Were you there? For one unforgettable night, Mercury Soul transformed San Francisco’s Hibernia building for a journey through luxe DJ beats, gorgeous arias, lush classical music, and immersive visuals.

Interspersed between sets by DJ Masonic (Mason Bates) and DJ Justin Reed, guests enjoyed captivating performances by the powerful, 22-person Mercury Soul Chamber Orchestra. Their selections spanned works from SF Opera’s upcoming season, featuring composers like Mozart, Bizet, Puccini, and Verdi. Custom interludes crafted exclusively for the event by composer Mason Bates created a journey that connected musical eras and genres. The night featured breathtaking arias from Mariya Kaganskaya, SF Opera Adler Fellow Olivia Smith, and 13-year-old soprano prodigy Alliana Lili Yang.