Music News

Janos Gereben - May 6, 2025

This spring could see major showdowns between musicians and management at both organizations.

Janos Gereben - May 5, 2025

The Trump administration’s sudden withdrawal of funding — affecting the SF International Arts Festival, among others — presages bigger problems.

Janos Gereben - April 29, 2025

Students in SFCM’s Technology and Applied Composition department were intensively involved in postproduction on four premieres.

Janos Gereben - April 22, 2025

The annual convocation of composers in Santa Cruz has announced its 2025 season, which, like previous summers, is stacked with premieres.

Janos Gereben - April 15, 2025

The organization has unveiled its 2025–2026 schedule, which features no shortage of ambitious productions and world-class artists.

Tom Jacobs - April 14, 2025

This summer in Santa Barbara will see everything from Jaws live in concert to world premieres to Gustav Mahler’s Third Symphony.

Janos Gereben - April 8, 2025

The band members say they’ve “witnessed a true renaissance of Ukrainian music” following the 2022 Russian invasion of their country.

Janos Gereben - April 8, 2025

This spring and summer, look for shows both old and new from American Conservatory Theater, SF Playhouse, and TheatreWorks.

Janos Gereben - April 2, 2025

The presenter’s 2025–2026 lineup promises great musicians, from soloists to string quartets, at the top of their game.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 31, 2025

The performing arts center at Cal State Northridge will feature local performers and groups in four major concerts.