From Oakland Symphony’s new season to a pair of Chicago comedians and a salty exhibit, there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend.

Here is a partial rundown.

Here are three concerts classical music fans won’t want to miss.

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New Works at Other Minds: Celebrated pianist Sarah Cahill has devoted her career to new music, and this weekend finds her premiering a new piece by composer Samuel Adams. Commissioned by Cahill and titled “Prelude: Hammer the Sky Bright,” it’s a tribute to the late composer Ingram Marshall, who was one of Adams’ mentors. This much-anticipated new work is just one of the many featured pieces on this year’s Other Minds Festival; as in past years, the season’s annual new music bash also includes works by Pamela Z, William Winant and Brian

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