SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Artist Spotlight Sara LeMesh Is in Demand Lou Fancher - July 26, 2019 The busy soprano talks about her artistic evolution and her demanding lead role in West Edge Opera’s Breaking the Waves. Review Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen’s Impressive Debut Recording Jason Victor Serinus - July 25, 2019 The young countertenor reveals growing artistic maturity throughout this recital with the American Bach Soloists. Artist Spotlight Jake Heggie on Creating Merola’s First Commissioned Opera Jason Victor Serinus - July 19, 2019 The popular composer is frantically busy — just the way he likes it. Review Handel’s Joseph, Sans Dreamcoat, Makes a Strong Impression Michael Zwiebach - July 16, 2019 Handel’s oratorio Joseph and His Brethren gets some long-overdue love from Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra. Review Young Singers Offer Operatic Delights in Merola’s Schwabacher Summer Concert Janos Gereben - July 15, 2019 A Strauss rarity is the surprise standout in a concert studded with great performances. Review Festival Opera Makes a Triumphant Return with Susannah Nicholas Jones - July 15, 2019 Carlisle Floyd’s Appalachian-themed study of cultural hypocrisy and sexual violence is more timely than ever. Review SF Playhouse’s Cabaret Is a Musical Gem Janos Gereben - July 8, 2019 Top-notch sound and production bring out the best in a solid cast of singers. Artist Spotlight John Musto and Amy Burton Make a Life Together in Music Lily O'Brien - July 6, 2019 The couple presents Musto’s comedic opera, Bastianello, at Festival Napa Valley. Music News All the Women Conductors in San Francisco Opera and Symphony History Janos Gereben - June 24, 2019 A little list that should be longer. Review Central Park Five as Opera Pulls No Punches Richard S. Ginell - June 18, 2019 Composer Anthony Davis’s flexible stylistic palette serves the story well. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
