Reviews

Shiriel King Abramson - April 28, 2026

The program features two world premieres with compelling themes and a tribute to founder Michael Smuin.

Harlow Robinson - April 28, 2026

The chamber ensemble's April 25 program paired Robert Schumann's beloved piano quintet with a historical rediscovery and a premiere.

Harlow Robinson - April 27, 2026

The outgoing music director gave a strong performance at the black-tie gala held in his honor.

Michael Zwiebach - April 27, 2026

The guitarist played a Concierto de Aranjuez for the ages and the orchestra premiered Henry Dorn’s seductive Blues Variations.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

The conductor led the orchestra in a powerful, stormy program on April 17.

The performance captured cornerstones of the David Byrne experience: confusion and childlike wonder.

Collin Ziegler - April 21, 2026

The Berkeley-based group's “Wandering Dove” program drew from Iberia, Yemen, and North Africa with fluid grace.

Harlow Robinson - April 21, 2026

Los Angeles Master Chorale performed the lesser-known Mendelssohn’s work, alongside Mozart’s canonic Requiem.

Lisa Hirsch - April 21, 2026

Her SF Performances recital was powerful, playful, virtuosic, and dramatic.

Jim Farber - April 21, 2026

In his penultimate production as music director, Conlon directs a terrific cast with spontaneity and emotional clarity.