Media

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.

Collin Ziegler - November 18, 2025

16 composers premiered works that paint visions of the Earth. While some pieces failed to evolve, Cellist Gautier Capuçon’s virtuosity shone through.

Janos Gereben - November 11, 2025

Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen and SF Opera composers are in the running.

Jennifer Xin-Tsu Lin Levine - November 11, 2025

The bassist/composer’s live performance of her film score was an act of remembrance.

Tim Greiving - November 11, 2025

Ahead of his concert with the SF Symphony, Danny Elfman reflects on his 40 years working with Tim Burton.

Jeff Kaliss - November 7, 2025

Gaïa, a collaboration with 16 composers, is one of the cellist’s latest projects.

Victoria Looseleaf - November 3, 2025

The electronic music composer and performer has hit a lot of milestones early in her career, but she’s not chasing fame — it’s chasing her.

Janos Gereben - November 3, 2025

Seasoned filmmaker Tal Skloot unveils a film about McGegan’s life in music, extensively featuring Bay Area ensembles.

Annelies Zijderveld - October 21, 2025

Can social media help to popularize classical music? TwoSet Violin’s appearance in SF showed one way to engage a younger audience.

Janos Gereben - October 21, 2025

Based on Max Richter’s recomposition of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, the film stands out among the festival’s 90-plus offerings.

Jason Victor Serinus - October 14, 2025

Soprano Véronique Gens has released 23 albums since 2019. Her most recent isn’t her best.