Reviews

Jim Farber - May 15, 2018

A poorly-coordinated performance of Terry Riley’s In C caps off the evening.

Jessica Balik - May 15, 2018

Two musicians from the Brooklyn Art Song Society perform new works by UC Davis composers and poets.

David Bratman - May 15, 2018

Stéphane Denève leads a compelling performance, and Gautier Capuçon is the soloist.

David Bratman - May 8, 2018

The oratorio comes together with excellent soloists and choral contributions.

Joe Cadagin - May 8, 2018

Composer Martin Matalon’s score for a 1919 silent film comedy isn’t meant as underscoring, and that’s part of the problem.

Andrew Gilbert - May 8, 2018

A band dedicated to the legacy of the under-recognized jazz great Mary Lou Williams delivers showstoppers with ease.

Nicholas Jones - May 8, 2018

A fascinating concert of seldom-heard music reflects on the Europe of a century ago.

Steve Osborn - May 8, 2018

The Santa Rosa Symphony’s music director bows out with a strong reading of Mahler’s epic Ninth.

Tysen Dauer - May 8, 2018

Volti Vocal Ensemble breathes life into the works of four living composers.

Roger Wallace - May 7, 2018

Composer-in-residence Katherine Balch’s world premiere and Haochen Zhang’s pianism raised the stakes.