Artist Spotlights

The acclaimed composer/conductor reflects on balancing his life-after-the-L.A.-Phil with time for creating, for leading performers, and for enjoying family life.

Four years on at the helm of the New Century Chamber Orchestra, its “fearless leader” reflects on her brilliant charges, and the challenges ahead.

The multitalented bass-baritone preps for the physical and emotional demands of his first Bay Area recital, with songs ranging from gloomy to soulful and intense.

The Brazilian/Polish baritone is melting hearts on opera stages, on Broadway, and in cabarets.

Director Peter Sellars, now 54, can still be occasionally controversial, but as he explains in this interview, provocation is at the heart of his conception of theater. Here is insight on the mix of arts and politics.

In the top ranks of violinists, he continues to find Bach greatly pleasurable. But he has someone else teach the instrument to his children.

The British baritone balances his operatic and recital career with family life and outdoor adventure.

The fearless violinist broadens her reach, commissioning new works and keeping up a lively Web presence.

L.A. Philharmonic’s president and CEO speaks about grappling with change, securing loyal audiences, and serving the community.

The acclaimed mezzo overcame fears and youthful hang-ups, and even the lack of a trill, to perform and record widely.