Reviews

Michael Zwiebach - February 10, 2026

The program, created in collaboration with Ruckus, features works from early in the American Republic to comment on issues of today.

Jim Farber - February 10, 2026

Staged among giant sculptures at The Broad, Cornelius Cardew’s large-scale work was a curious encounter.

Harlow Robinson - February 10, 2026

The superstar pianist gave a spectacular performance of Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2.

Rebecca Wishnia - February 9, 2026

Star violinist Alexi Kenney brought unusual and unforgettable music together in the Symphony’s black box space.

Lisa Hirsch - February 9, 2026

Soprano Golda Schultz spurred conductor Harry Bicket to an exciting conclusion of an all-Mozart concert at Davies Hall.

Steven Winn - February 9, 2026

Joyce DiDonato and Time for Three performed a new song cycle by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Puts.

Richard S. Ginell - February 3, 2026

The pianist’s Sacredness takes inspiration from Ellington but charts its own eclectic path.

Paul Bodine - February 3, 2026

The top-flight Mexican orchestra performed at Segerstrom Hall on Jan. 29.

George Papajohn - February 3, 2026

Percussionist Andy Meyerson curated the festival around the question, "what is the future of our art form?"

Richard S. Ginell - February 3, 2026

At the Jan. 29 concert, she demonstrated a strong connection with the orchestra and a precise conducting style.