Artist Spotlights

Marianne Lipanovich - April 24, 2012

Probing the heart of contemporary music is key to the conducting career of Susanna Mälkki, another bright star from Finland.

Jeff Kaliss - April 20, 2012

The Romeros keep the legend of their classical guitar quartet alive through several generations.

Jeff Kaliss - April 17, 2012

Guitarist Yamandu Costa tours with his distinctive seven-string instrument, lending new flavors to to the popular music of Brazil.

Marianne Lipanovich - April 12, 2012

Russian pianist Olga Kern loves her thriving career, painting scenes from nature, and her sophisticated young son.

Jason Victor Serinus - April 10, 2012

The German baritone Matthias Goerne tells why he is drawn to songs with contemporary relevance, allowing him to plumb his emotional depths.

Trista Bernstein - April 3, 2012

Soprano Dominique Labelle shares her thoughts on preparing for a performance, finding one’s career path, and wanting to teach voice to others.

French Clements - March 14, 2012

Whether classical flamenco or modern dance-influenced styles, it’s all in the family in Carolina Lugo’s and Carolé Acuña’s company.

Marianne Lipanovich - March 13, 2012

A beloved chanteuse returns to San Francisco for a journey through time.

Maria Goodavage - March 9, 2012

A composer/cellist Zoë Keating readies for a performance with a venturesome modern dance troupe.

Niels Swinkels - March 8, 2012

An internationally renowned Baroque music and period performance specialist is on an American tour with his Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra and Choir. He discusses his approach, in his native Dutch with Niels Swinkels.