This event is in the past.It took place on May 8, 2026 at Hammer Theatre Center.
Hildegard Festival featuring Andrea Ramsey’s Suffrage Cantata
Downtown Historic District
Hundreds of candles, soaring voices, and a century-spanning celebration of women's fight for equality. This choral showcase premieres Andrea Ramsey's Suffrage Cantata with narration by Simone Ledward-Boseman, plus works by women composers from Hildegard von Bingen to today.
Women composers spotlight
Bay Area premiere
Candlelit atmosphere
Student & community choirs
Tips
🕯️"hundreds of flickering candles, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of absolutely magical"
🎤arrive early for the pre-concert talk with suffragists
$11-$22
Hildegard Festival featuring Andrea Ramsey’s Suffrage Cantata
Downtown Historic District
Hundreds of candles, soaring voices, and a century-spanning celebration of women's fight for equality. This choral showcase premieres Andrea Ramsey's Suffrage Cantata with narration by Simone Ledward-Boseman, plus works by women composers from Hildegard von Bingen to today.
Women composers spotlight
Bay Area premiere
Candlelit atmosphere
Student & community choirs
Tips
🕯️"hundreds of flickering candles, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of absolutely magical"
🎤arrive early for the pre-concert talk with suffragists
$11-$22
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