Music News

Janos Gereben - May 2, 2023

Classical music’s greatest summer stage will feature more women conductors and composers this year.

Tom Jacobs - May 1, 2023

From world premieres to special guests to concerts at seven different venues around Southern California, LACO will extend its reach in 2023–2024.

Janos Gereben - April 25, 2023

Checking in with those music directors who manage to keep performing into their 80s and 90s.

Janos Gereben - April 25, 2023

Benjamin Millepied’s loose adaptation of the classic comes to West Coast theaters, while CAAM is gearing up for its annual festival.

Janos Gereben - April 24, 2023

The 2024 season is the first devised by Artistic Director Tamara Rojo, and there are changes in the administration as well.

Janos Gereben - April 18, 2023

No fewer than 10 ensembles come to Berkeley for the first time in 2023–2024, along with a number of world premieres and some major new residencies.

Tamzin Elliott - April 18, 2023

Based on the established Primephonic streaming service, the Apple launch is impressive, while leaving room for a few improvements.

Janos Gereben - April 17, 2023

The company’s first-ever commission will help to create roles for Black singers in the world of light opera.

Michael Zwiebach - April 11, 2023

The group is mixing it up again by playing programs for different tastes.

Janos Gereben - April 11, 2023

Bradley Cooper’s new film will see Hollywood once again turning to classical music for drama and intrigue.