Artist Spotlights

Emily Wilson - May 13, 2025

It’s a happy marriage for the conductor in his first music directorship and the orchestra looking to preserve and extend its legacy.

Tom Jacobs - May 5, 2025

The Grammy Award winner chats about music as storytelling, how she keeps up her chops on violin, and working with Third Coast Percussion.

Victoria Looseleaf - April 24, 2025

Mack is drawing on wells of passion, charisma, and technique to sing roles in Ainadamar at LA Opera and Idomeneo at SF Opera.

Victoria Looseleaf - April 22, 2025

Son shares how everything from rehearsals to romance to writing a newspaper column has informed her music-making.

Tom Jacobs - April 14, 2025

Between rehearsals for his new work at the LA Phil, Simon chatted about gospel, family, and how he’s committed to his role at The Kennedy Center.

Victoria Looseleaf - April 1, 2025

A virtuoso percussionist, Akiho describes his experience with synesthesia and his unique aesthetic.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2025

Famous for his award-winning Broadway shows, the leading choreographer has also helped make the story ballet cool again.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 17, 2025

With his latest album and recital program, the young pianist is exploring the inspiration behind the composer’s preludes.

Lily O'Brien - March 11, 2025

Not content with the usual repertoire, Meijer has forged an unconventional career playing music across genres.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 4, 2025

The hardworking young star, who’s back at LA Opera this month for Così fan tutte, knows his business and what to do next with his career.