Hoover Library to Host Free Ambient Soundscape Concert

Local artists Luke Schneider and Saapato bring atmospheric sounds to the library's outdoor plaza

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Hoover residents can enjoy a free live concert featuring ambient artists Luke Schneider and Saapato at the Hoover Public Library's outdoor plaza this Thursday, February 12th from 7-9 pm. The event will bring atmospheric pedal steel and field-recording-based soundscapes for a relaxed, open-air evening.

Why it matters

The Live on the Plaza concert series at the Hoover Public Library aims to bring the community together through free, accessible musical performances in a public space. This event highlights the library's role as a cultural hub and provides an opportunity for residents to experience ambient, experimental music in an outdoor setting.

The details

Ambient artists Luke Schneider and Saapato will perform at the Hoover Public Library's outdoor plaza this Thursday, February 12th from 7-9 pm. Schneider is known for his atmospheric pedal steel guitar work, while Saapato creates field-recording-based soundscapes. The concert is free and open to the public, offering Hoover residents a chance to enjoy a relaxed, open-air musical experience.

  • The Live on the Plaza concert will take place this Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 7-9 pm.

The players

Luke Schneider

An ambient artist known for his atmospheric pedal steel guitar performances.

Saapato

An ambient artist who creates field-recording-based soundscapes.

Hoover Public Library

A community library that hosts the Live on the Plaza concert series to bring free, accessible musical performances to Hoover residents.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Live on the Plaza concert series at the Hoover Public Library provides an opportunity for the community to experience unique, experimental music in a relaxed, outdoor setting, furthering the library's role as a cultural hub and gathering place for Hoover residents.