SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Review A Familiar but Rousing La bohème Erupts at LA Opera Jim Farber - November 24, 2025 The eighth revival of the company’s 1993 production is well-cast, and brilliantly conducted by Lina González-Granados. Review Sheku Kanneh-Mason Brings New Concerto to the LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - November 24, 2025 A world premiere concerto for cellist Kanneh-Mason sets the table for Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations. Review A Highly Visual Climate Reckoning at Walt Disney Concert Hall Richard S. Ginell - November 22, 2025 The latest collaboration between David Lang and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, before and after nature, features abstract interpretations of the state of our planet. Review A Salastina Salon on the Nature of Beauty Harlow Robinson - November 18, 2025 Bringing 11 pieces together, Salastina harmonized different concepts of beauty. Review Finding Unity in the Act of Listening at LA Phil’s Recovecos Charles Burns - November 18, 2025 The Green Umbrella concert showcased inspired new works by Caribbean and Latin American artists. Artist Spotlight From Musetta to Mimi, Janai Brugger Continues to Shine at LA Opera Victoria Looseleaf - November 13, 2025 The soprano prepares to sing the lead role in Puccini’s La bohème. Review Nic Gerpe Displays Thematic Brilliance at Piano Spheres “Islands” Charles Burns - November 10, 2025 The pianist combined visuals and electronics to bring a musical archipelago to life. Music News New Hollywood Bowl Pavilion in the Works Tom Jacobs - November 4, 2025 The event space will cost $25 million and be available for year-round use. 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. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page