SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Preview Sarah Kirkland Snider’s Long-Awaited Operatic Debut Finds its Voice in Hildegard Victoria Looseleaf - October 25, 2025 Migraines, a mystic, and a 25-year historical fascination culminated in the composer’s first opera, debuting at the Los Angeles Opera Nov. 5–9. Review Alexander Shelley’s Colorful but Cloudy Start Begins PSO’s Season of Change Richard S. Ginell - October 21, 2025 As Music Director Carl St. Clair transitions out of the role, his successor took the stage last Thursday. Review Dudamel's Farewell Season Continues With Blockbuster Mahler Harlow Robinson - October 14, 2025 The departing music director marshaled hundreds of LA Phil musicians in a vibrant performance at Disney Hall. Music News Composers Suppressed by Nazis Have a New Home at the Colburn School Tom Jacobs - October 13, 2025 The Recovered Voices project is expanding with a new archive. Preview Bass Vinícius Costa Brings São Paulo to the Stage Victoria Looseleaf - October 11, 2025 The singer performs a recital inspired by his heritage with a colleague from his days in LA Opera’s Young Artist Program. Review Supper Club Swing Meets Hollywood Elegance in LA Chamber Orchestra’s Celebration of Ellington Charles Burns - October 6, 2025 John Holiday, Lara Downes, and LACO performed at Cicada’s Art Deco Ballroom on Oct. 4. Review LA Phil Places John Adams in Conversation With his Greatest Influence: Stravinsky Richard S. Ginell - October 6, 2025 Gustavo Dudamel’s program traced a vibrant lineage from Firebird to the U.S. premiere of Frenzy. Review Gustavo Dudamel Opens his Final Season at the LA Phil With Tectonic Force Charles Burns - September 30, 2025 The conductor, who will move to New York next year, led the LA Phil in a program of works by Reid and Strauss. Feature Conductor James Conlon Looks Back at 20 Years With LA Opera 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. Feature L.A. Jazz Mogul Paul Cornish Introduces Himself to the Bay Area 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. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page