Sometimes artists make their most daring leaps using recorded media. Our expert staff platforms the most interesting recordings, books, movies, and videos, helping you keep track of the music scene from the comfort of your home. Review Tenor Javier Camarena Does Signor Donizetti Proud Jason Victor Serinus - January 31, 2023 A new recital album turns up a number of exciting bel canto rarities, along with familiar favorites — all beautifully sung. Review Anne-Sophie Mutter Teams With Up-and-Comer for Brahms Double Concerto Richard S. Ginell - January 23, 2023 But it’s the Clara Schumann Piano Trio that makes this recording particularly valuable. Review Steven Mackey Embraces His Status as Elder Statesman Richard S. Ginell - January 16, 2023 The composer is far from his rock ’n’ roll roots with this recent recording of two major orchestral works. Review The Wry Modernism of Anthony Cheung Joe Cadagin - January 3, 2023 In Music for Film, Sculpture, and Captions, the composer teases out connections to jazz, surrealist film, and Ruth Asawa. Feature Shameless Promotion of Local Artists: Los Angeles Recordings in 2022 SFCV Editorial Staff - December 20, 2022 Offered without critique, a smorgasbord of recorded music released this year. Feature Shameless Promotion of Local Artists: Bay Area Recordings in 2022 SFCV Editorial Staff - December 20, 2022 Offered without critique, a smorgasbord of recorded music released this year. Review Brian Mulligan Premieres Contemporary American Songs Jason Victor Serinus - December 19, 2022 With sensitivity and expertise, the baritone records music by Mason Bates, Missy Mazzoli, and Gregory Spears. Feature The Essential Pat Metheny Andrew Gilbert - December 19, 2022 The guitar genius is still pushing himself and others after five decades in the limelight. Here’s an introduction to his voluminous discography. Review Mahler Through a Glass Darkly in Tár Jim Farber - December 6, 2022 The classical music observations in Todd Field’s movie are vivid and layered, making it a must-see for fans. Review Igor Levit Takes Up the Tragic Hero in Tristan Richard S. Ginell - December 5, 2022 The pianist’s latest recording explores the impact of Wagner’s opera on generations of German and Austrian composers. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 … Next › Next page Last » Last page