SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Review Baroque Gems From Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and Countertenor Reginald Mobley Harlow Robinson - May 28, 2025 Singing Vivaldi’s Stabat Mater and selections from Handel’s operas and oratorios, Mobley’s tone is celestial as promised. Artist Spotlight Baritone Quinn Kelsey: At the Top of His Game Victoria Looseleaf - May 28, 2025 Kelsey, who’s singing the title role in Rigoletto at LA Opera, is in demand thanks to his individual voice. Preview Pacific Jazz Orchestra Takes Big Band to the Next Level Victoria Looseleaf - May 28, 2025 With a complement of string players, the Los Angeles-based group has a unique sound and repertory. Review Schoenberg in Hollywood: An Operatic Tale of Artistic Integrity and Identity Harlow Robinson - May 20, 2025 Tod Machover’s raucous theater piece is at UCLA this month, part of the Herb Alpert School of Music’s anniversary for Schoenberg. Review LA Phil and Cellist Seth Parker Woods Take Flight in World Premiere Harlow Robinson - May 20, 2025 Julia Adolphe’s Chrysalis, her third LA Phil commission focusing on metamorphosis, shares the bill with music by Maurice Ravel. Feature The SFCV Summer Music Festival Guide, 2025 SFCV Editors, Janos Gereben - May 20, 2025 Your cheat sheet to great music festivals across California and the West. Review Jean-Yves Thibaudet Brings Khachaturian to the Fore With LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - May 19, 2025 The soloist resurrects the Armenian composer’s Piano Concerto and several solo works in a new recording. Feature Wynton Marsalis Tours Silent Film With a Live Jazz Score. Here’s Where to Catch It Yoshi Kato - May 17, 2025 Celebrating Louis Armstrong’s legacy, the project also features classical pianist Cecile Licad and players from Jazz at Lincoln Center. Review Esa-Pekka Salonen Leads Magnificent LA Phil Tribute to Pierre Boulez Richard S. Ginell - May 13, 2025 The orchestra celebrates its connection to the modernist maestro with a bold, innovative concert. Preview The Scott Dunn Orchestra Is Built to Showcase Movie Music Jim Farber - May 12, 2025 This new ensemble, composed of seasoned Hollywood session players, has its first concert coming up. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page