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Alisa Weilerstein, cello Project Creator: Alisa Weilerstein Director: Elkhanah Pulitzer Set/Lighting Designer: Seth Reiser Costume Designer: Molly Irelan Artistic Producer/Advisor: Hanako Yamaguchi Composers featured in this edition of the FRAGMENTS Series include Gabriela Lena Frank, Gabriella Smith, Gerard McBurney, Johann Sebastian Bach, Mathilde Wantenaar and Osvaldo Golijov. Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this Jacobs Music Center Special Presentation. Alisa Weilerstein on Facebook / Instagram

Sir Mark Elder, conductor PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 7 in C-sharp minor, Op. 131 DVORÁK: "The Wood Dove," Op. 110 JANÁCEK: "Taras Bulba;" Rhapsody after Gogol Sir Mark Elder, one of Britain’s most distinguished conductors, leads a dramatic program pairing Prokofiev’s luminous final symphony with powerful Czech tone poems by Dvorák and Janácek. Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7, written in 1952 for Soviet Radio, was conceived for young audiences yet reveals profound nostalgia and tenderness. Its graceful melodies and transparent textures recall the innocence of Peter and the Wolf, reframed through the wisdom of age. Closing with a quiet, deeply moving farewell, the symphony stands as Prokofiev’s last masterpiece – a poetic reflection on childhood and memory. Dvorák’s "The Wood Dove" tells a haunting story of guilt and redemption: a woman who poisons her husband is tormented by the cooing of a dove on his grave until she meets her tragic fate. Dvorák’s love of birds and the Bohemian countryside infuses the work with striking authenticity and emotional depth. Janácek’s Taras "Bulba," based on Gogol’s epic tale of heroism and sacrifice, unfolds as a vivid orchestral drama. Propelled by Janácek’s unmistakable rhythmic energy, its three scenes – betrayal, execution, and prophecy – paint a searing portrait of courage and loss. Together, these works reveal Slavic storytelling in all its power – lyrical, dramatic, and deeply human. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7, and for as many as 5 million seniors, it will be important to log on and pick a new plan.

The U.S. birth rate fell to its lowest level ever recorded, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The drop would have been greater, but women over age 30 are having more children.

The Comic-Con sister convention overlaps with No Kings protests this year, so attendees may need to plan for additional crowds and possible traffic impacts.

First, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria shared a revised draft budget, which restores some funding but still cuts funding for arts and culture. Then, La Mesa is the latest city in the county with a new ordinance targeting e-bike ridership. Also, the latest on federal funding for childcare in California.

Every other decade over the past hundred years has produced at least one midterm that made a big difference in Congress and in national politics more broadly.

Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, 2 p.m. Bernard Labadie, conductor Benedetto Lupo, piano MOZART: "Chaconne" from Idomeneo MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488 MOZART: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551, “Jupiter” An evening devoted to Mozart, led by renowned 18th century specialist Bernard Labadie, celebrates the composer’s genius for drama, beauty, and invention. The concert opens with the ballet music from Idomeneo, Mozart’s first mature opera, written at age 24 for a grand Munich celebration. Its Chaconne – composed in a creative burst just before the premiere – combines elegance and vitality, recalling the glittering court ballets of Versailles. Benedetto Lupo performs the Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, completed in 1786 alongside "The Marriage of Figaro." Often described as Mozart’s most perfect concerto, it blends radiant lyricism with delicate melancholy, sunlight touched by shadow. Both works capture his uncanny gift for expressing the full range of human emotion through music of clarity and grace. The concert concludes with Symphony No. 41 in C Major, “Jupiter,” Mozart’s final symphony and one of the greatest achievements in Western music. Composed – alongside two companion works – in the miraculous summer of 1788, it unites brilliance and grandeur in a dazzling finale of contrapuntal mastery that anticipates Beethoven while recalling Bach. Together, these pieces reveal Mozart at his height: a composer of boundless imagination and emotional truth whose music continues to astonish with its vitality, balance, and transcendence. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

The legend continues... The Stardust Sextet makes their debut at Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 278th installment of Dim Sum & Jazz - one of San Diego's longest-running weekly live music dining experiences! CHECK THIS VIDEO OUT: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2068184830434357 Seating begins at 6:00PM Music is from 6:30PM to 8:30PM Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations About The Stardust Sextet he Stardust Sextet is a professional swing band led by vocalist Shaina May, featuring arrangements by pianist Ezri Martinez Mata. Together, they draw inspiration from the stylings and arrangements of artists such as Sarah Vaughan, Dakota Staton, Lorez Alexandria, Caity Gyorgy, Mel Torme, and Frank Sinatra. The Sextet performs arrangements of jazz standards ranging from big band classics to lesser-known gems, carefully adapted for their distinctive instrumentation. While the Stardust Sextet shines best in its full ensemble, the group is available for booking as a duo or quartet. Core members of the full ensemble include Shaina May (vocals), Ezri Martinez Mata (piano), Brooklyn Ludlow (drums), Isaiah Lightfoot (double bass), Christian DeLost (tenor saxophone, flute), and Julian Quinones (trombone), with additional contributions from Angelo Cueto (guitar) . Known for their thoughtful arrangements, musical precision, and vintage-inspired style, the Stardust Sextet is equally at home in concert settings, private events, and swing dance nights. Their performances offer a compelling blend of elegance, energy, and historical reverence, inviting audiences to enjoy the enduring magic of swing. Website: https://www.stardustsextet.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stardustsextet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stardust.sextet YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stardust.sextet About Golden Island Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine is a 365 seat restaurant and music venue that serves fresh, hand-made, authentic Dim Sum all day every day, with a great selection of authentic asian cuisine to choose from. Golden Island LOVES live music! Nationally touring artists and San Diego's Best Jazz musicians grace our stage during Dim Sum & Jazz every Friday from 6:30PM-8:30PM. Dancing is allowed and always welcomed! Our venue boasts a full ballroom-style dance floor, professional stage and sound system.⁠ Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement. The city has struggled with water issues for over a decade, but the situation has worsened in recent weeks.