Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

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.

Richard S. Ginell - October 21, 2025

As Music Director Carl St. Clair transitions out of the role, his successor took the stage last Thursday.

Harlow Robinson - October 14, 2025

The departing music director marshaled hundreds of LA Phil musicians in a vibrant performance at Disney Hall.

Tom Jacobs - October 13, 2025

The Recovered Voices project is expanding with a new archive.

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.

Charles Burns - October 6, 2025

John Holiday, Lara Downes, and LACO performed at Cicada’s Art Deco Ballroom on Oct. 4.

Richard S. Ginell - October 6, 2025

Gustavo Dudamel’s program traced a vibrant lineage from Firebird to the U.S. premiere of Frenzy.

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.

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.

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.