Features

Robert Wilson and Philip Glass’ radical theatrical vision can still stir the imagination of audiences and younger musicians, like violinist Jennifer Koh.

Rudolf Nureyev, ballet’s first modern superstar, was as fastidious and driven about his costumes as his dancing. A new exhibition at the de Young Museum helps to tell the story of his impact on ballet.

The eagerly awaited premiere of composer Jake Heggie’s new opera is around the corner. Here’s a backstage look.

Cecilia Bartoli released her 19th solo album, Mission, last week.

The recording company acknowledges the decline in popularity of CDs, signaling its future strategy with a classical, download-only recording.

The Joan and Sanford I. Weill Hall, the dazzling 1,400-seat heart of Sonoma State University's $130 million Donald & Maureen Green Music Center opened this weekend with two festive and sold-out performances.

Musopen, the Palo Alto–based website, is pioneering the new frontier in classical music starting by creating a free resource of recordings.

How composer John Cage helped the author choose a career, enter the world of music beyond conservatory walls, and even identify mushrooms.

Great artist-lineups are set to open the SFJAZZ Center, the country’s first major dedicated jazz facility, in a January gala.

The Omni Foundation is once again bringing the classiest acts in guitar playing to the Bay Area, with the assistance of San Francisco Performances.