Features

Lisa Hirsch - October 17, 2025

Three retired musicians share their journeys to new careers.

Chloe Wintersteen - October 10, 2025

Iris Nemani curated the organization’s 2025–2026 season and intentionally put women at the forefront of the program.  

Katelyn Simone - October 7, 2025

The composer’s portrait of the philosopher's contradictions is one of her most potent works.

Andrew Gilbert - October 6, 2025

Under new leadership, the festival’s 68th edition featured jazz royalty and rising stars, with an impressive lineup of singers at the forefront.

Andrew Gilbert - October 2, 2025

The jazz pianist, who will perform in the Bay Area this October, left New York to home in on his musical identity.

Jim Farber - September 29, 2025

The company’s music director is leaving the post after an eventful tenure and looking forward to working on new projects.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 29, 2025

A new full-length ballet by choreographer Hofesh Schechter is set to have its North American premiere at Cal Performances, from Oct. 2–4.

Andrew Gilbert - September 26, 2025

Following the release of his new record, You’re Exaggerating!, the pianist has upcoming gigs in San Jose and Oakland.

Andrew Gilbert - September 23, 2025

Under new leadership, the annual festival promises a 2025 program centered on Cuban and vocal music in partnership with SFJAZZ.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 23, 2025

The family-friendly Hello, Star, part of the company’s Hands-On Opera program, will be previewed at the gallery 836M this week.