Visiting classical ensembles in 2005-06 include the Washington Bach Consort; the Zurich Chamber Orchestra, featuring guitarist Sharon Isbin; the Jerusalem Symphony, conducted by Leon Botstein; and the China National Symphony Orchestra. Pianist Yundi Li will give a solo recital.
Jazz artists include Joshua Redman's SF JAZZ Collective, Manhattan Transfer, and vocalist Kurt Elling; dance groups include Julio Bocca and Ballet Argentino performing Boccatango, and the North Carolina Dance Theatre.