Los Angeles

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

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.

Harlow Robinson - September 23, 2025

Tim Greiving’s new book narrates the personal and professional life of Hollywood's most famous composer, in obsessive detail.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 19, 2025

The organization’s Sept. 25 program in Irvine showcases the choreography of its founders.

Janos Gereben - September 16, 2025

This fall, the company will bring contemporary works to Southern California and New York.

Richard S. Ginell - September 16, 2025

The conductor brought his signature energy, capping the Hollywood Bowl run with both drama and humor.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 13, 2025

The Torrance-based tenor speaks about the challenges of music theater and his burgeoning career.

Tom Jacobs - September 10, 2025

Abrams, who has often performed with the LA Phil, will assume the leadership role on September 1, 2026.

Richard S. Ginell - September 9, 2025

Bang on a Can All-Stars and friends celebrate the composer’s breakthrough 1960s works, and a premiere by his son Gyan.

Harlow Robinson - September 9, 2025

Ellen Reid’s meditation on motherhood Body Cosmic and Mozart’s Requiem share a program that contemplates human existence.