Reviews

Memories and music pour forth at the annual walk-through concert at Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland.

On the major event that is the anniversary of the Rite of Spring, the S.F. Symphony and MTT rise to the occasion and master a masterpiece.

In the opera Mary Magdalene, a fine quartet of leading singers and excellent musical leadership is held back by the libretto, staging, and score.

The arias on this CD, most never recorded before and music that is mostly unknown, are all tailored to particular singers, and they wind up showcasing what amounts to "first version" Handel compositions.

Music of genius and imagination illuminates the second Silicon Valley Music Festival program.

The 35th Ethnic Dance Festival features 10 troupes performing for their love of community and homeland and the joy is contagious.

Lieder Alive! lives up to its name; a refreshing setting for a recital, great acoustics, a welcome selection of repertoire.

At the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition the brain of artistry proves to be the deciding factor in choosing three medalists.

Cellist Matt Haimovitz suits the age-of-anxiety mood of Philip Glass’ cello concerto, based on his movie score and recently expanded to concerto dimensions.

Mark Morris demonstrates, once again, that he has quite an ear in the presentation of (the world premiere) Spring, Spring, Spring and Mosaic and United, one of his best pieces.