Music x Architecture of the Infinite

Schedule

Thu Apr 23 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

2389 Bush St | San Francisco, CA

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Join us for a lecture-recital by SFO Symphony violinist Yvette Kraft, featuring an introduction by Fr. Anselm Ramelow, OP.
About this Event

We are privileged to host "Music & Architecture of the Infinite: Theological Aesthetics and the Ascent of the Soul through Beauty," a lecture-performance by San Francisco Symphony violinist Yvette Kraft, featuring a special introductory address by Fr. Anselm Ramelow, OP (Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology) at 7.30pm 23rd April, 2026.

How does a sequence of vibrations on a string transform into a bridge to the Divine?

This event explores the Via Pulchritudinis (the Way of Beauty) as a primary engine for the theological life. Inspired by the theological aesthetics of Hans Urs von Balthasar and the "Three Transcendentals" framework popularized by Bishop Robert Barron, this session posits that Beauty is not a mere subjective preference, but an objective "seed for God."

Kraft suggests that the grueling asceticism required to master the works of J.S. Bach mirrors the soul's own purification—a necessary "Architecture of the Infinite" that allows the finite human to participate in the eternal.

The evening will culminate with a complete performance of Bach’s Chaconne in D Minor. Kraft frames this monumental work as the ultimate synthesis of objective order and subjective satisfaction, offering a roadmap for the soul’s ascent from the labor of craftsmanship to the splendor of the infinite.

RSVP is recommended. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

Music x Architecture of the Infinite: Theological Aesthetics and the Ascent of the Soul through Beauty

7.30pm 23rd April 2026

The Dumb Ox Building

2389 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94115

SF Art Forum values bringing vigor to philosophy and theology through the arts. Do come and join our vibrant community of artists, theologians, philosophers, and art enthusiasts. Note, we are a new initiative run by a small group of volunteers, so any donations are much appreciated.


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2389 Bush St, 2389 Bush Street, San Francisco, United States

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