S.F. Choral Society: Verdi’s Requiem

Fri.–Sat., Aug. 19–20, 8 p.m.

Davies Symphony Hall

The choir performs one of the favorites, this glorious, operatic work inspired by the death of author Alessandro Manzoni and composer Gioacchino Rossini. $29–$35, 415-392-4400, sfchoral.org