Reviews

George Papajohn - March 17, 2026

In their Cal Performances debut, the quartet delivered an electrifying account of Rihm’s volatile Third String Quartet.

Lisa Hirsch - March 17, 2026

In collaboration with Cal Performances, Philip Glass’s score and live singers brought Jean Cocteau’s 1946 film to life.

Jason Victor Serinus - March 17, 2026

In collaboration with Ogi, Alexander Lloyd Blake releases Running From, Running To: A Musical Reflection on Ahmaud Arbery.

Michael Zwiebach - March 16, 2026

At Bing Concert Hall, the world-class soprano delivered a memorable program of Italian and Spanish works plus six encores. 

Richard S. Ginell - March 10, 2026

Thomas Adès's spectacular ballet excerpt gets a bold reading from the LA Phil, paired with a brisk Beethoven Sixth.

Richard S. Ginell - March 10, 2026

The pianist’s March 7 performance was so moving it inspired the audience to hum along.

Collin Ziegler - March 10, 2026

The oratorio has its ups and downs, but the English Concert presented a strong rendition.

Charles Burns - March 10, 2026

At LA Phil’s Green Umbrella series, a monumental mural transforms into a symphonic journey through the city's hidden histories.

Harlow Robinson - March 10, 2026

James Conlon’s Music Restored series focused on lesser-known scores from a classical music stronghold.

Jenny Xiong - March 10, 2026

Arbeitsklang / WorkSound premiered at Audium, San Francisco’s astounding sonic theater, and it’s mesmerizing.