Los Angeles

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

Victoria Looseleaf - April 28, 2026

With her large social media following and concerts that defy expectations, Anna Lapwood is leading a renaissance for organ music.

Harlow Robinson - April 27, 2026

The outgoing music director gave a strong performance at the black-tie gala held in his honor.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

The conductor led the orchestra in a powerful, stormy program on April 17.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

Los Angeles Master Chorale performed the lesser-known Mendelssohn’s work, alongside Mozart’s canonic Requiem.

Jim Farber - April 21, 2026

In his penultimate production as music director, Conlon directs a terrific cast with spontaneity and emotional clarity.

Richard S. Ginell - April 14, 2026

The latest in a long line of conductors to tackle the piece with the LA Phil delivers an urgent, exquisitely paced performance.

Paul Bodine - April 14, 2026

Guest conductor Robert Spano led the orchestra in a concert featuring composers who have lived in the state.

Harlow Robinson - April 14, 2026

The orchestra’s “Temporal Echoes” concert was inspired by the experiences of the 2025 Palisades and Eaton fires.

Richard S. Ginell - April 7, 2026

Guest-conducting the LA Phil, the Pittsburgh maestro brought painstaking care to a revelatory Tchaikovsky Fifth.

Paul Bodine - April 7, 2026

Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane — son of John Coltrane — are featured as part of a six-event series.