Music News

Janos Gereben - May 27, 2026

The semifinal of the Klein Competition brings world-class young talent to the SF Conservatory of Music.

Richard S. Ginell - May 27, 2026

The brilliant, seasoned conductor will take the helm in the 2027–2028 season.

Janos Gereben - May 21, 2026

“The Bay Area [is] the place where the future gets invented,” Chan said on becoming the first woman to lead the Symphony as music director.

Janos Gereben - May 12, 2026

The sought-after conductor has become a regular at San Francisco Symphony for good reason.

Tom Jacobs - May 12, 2026

Jazz composer and bandleader Arturo O’Farrill is the center’s first-ever Artist-in-Residence. He will premiere his Lowrider Symphony in 2027 as part of the “Spenuzza Series.”

Janos Gereben - May 11, 2026

The presenter’s 2026-2027 season will explore American arts in all their variety.

Jeff Kaliss - May 5, 2026

The president of Classical California San Francisco spent 30 years building a classical music radio brand and audience.

Tom Jacobs - May 5, 2026

The ensemble’s 2026–2027 season includes four world premieres and a new recital series.

SFCV Editors, 2025 - May 4, 2026

On Substack, you’ll find opinion pieces, podcast episodes, and essays that explore how classical music intersects with current events.

Janos Gereben - April 28, 2026

The 2026-2027 season, announced on April 28, includes birthday celebrations for Steve Reich, Philip Glass, and John Adams.