Celebration: San Francisco Electronic Music Foundation at 25

Past, Present, and Future Frequencies: Dialogue and Sound
Tuesday, 8/11/2026
5:30 - 7:15
Koret Auditorium
Main Library

100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States

415-557-4400

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the San Francisco Electronic Music Festival. View a video presentation of archival material from previous editions of the festival and hear a panel discussion featuring co-founders Miya Masaoka and Pamela Z along with several current foundation Steering Committee members. Live performances and highlights from the upcoming festival lineup round out the celebration.

Founded in 1999, the San Francisco Electronic Music Festival is an artist-run organization dedicated to providing a public forum for composers and sound artists working with electronic-based technologies in the Bay Area and beyond.

The celebration season continues with a 25th anniversary gala at Gray Area on August 22 and the 25th Annual San Francisco Electronic Music Festival at The Lab September 24–26, 2026.

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