Reviews

Rebecca Wishnia - March 3, 2026

In Palo Alto, the German ensemble showcased the risks and rewards of adventurous chamber music interpretation.

Michael Zwiebach - March 3, 2026

Sci-fi golems, a dissident Iranian poet, internet radicals, and a morally compromised reporter are all in the mix in the festival of new operas.

Rebecca Wishnia - February 28, 2026

Conductor Manfred Honeck interpolated other music by Mozart to fill out the work left incomplete at the composer’s death.

Harlow Robinson - February 24, 2026

An admirable performance of the 90-minute Mass setting was no small feat for the acclaimed conductor.

Richard S. Ginell - February 24, 2026

The record focuses on six pieces, each in the key of E.

Steven Winn - February 24, 2026

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham showcased its spectacular dancers in three original works at Cal Performances.

Scott Cmiel - February 24, 2026

The record features works written for the guitarist by 10 composers dear to his heart.

Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2026

A Sunday at Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club also showcased Green’s alluring originals.

George Papajohn - February 24, 2026

A program of works by Chen Yi, Mahler, Reena Esmail, and Daniel Bernard Roumain showcases an orchestra whose community values run deep.

Lisa Hirsch - February 24, 2026

Sandbox Percussion and American Modern Opera Company brought Dutch minimalist Simeon ten Holt’s masterpiece to Berkeley.