Reviews

David Bratman - July 9, 2018

A commissioned piece from the Bridge Piano Quartet and composer Chad Channon doesn’t work in its San Jose venue.

Janos Gereben - July 9, 2018

Substantial scenes from all corners of the repertory give burgeoning professionals much to work with.

David Bratman - July 3, 2018

Arresting performances featured unconventional ensembles, multicultural influences, and soloists on everything from banjo to Vietnamese zither.

Joe Cadagin - July 3, 2018

The eccentric and enormous work was lucid in the orchestra’s hands.

Steven Winn - July 3, 2018

Mezzo-soprano Kinda Scharich joins pianist John Parr in the North American premiere of a new song-cycle.

Richard S. Ginell - July 2, 2018

Fun, silliness, and some great music abound in the West-Coast premiere of this buffa rarity.

Janice Berman - July 2, 2018

An evening of premieres by women choreographers proves the power of embracing new challenges.

Andrew Gilbert - June 27, 2018

A lost Coltrane album and a document of the final tour Miles Davis and Coltrane made together.

Lou Fancher - June 25, 2018

Creativity blossoms within architectural wonders at the annual solstice event in Oakland's Chapel of the Chimes.

David Bratman - June 25, 2018

Daniil Trifonov proves the perfect partner for a relaxed Rachmaninoff concerto.