SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Artist Spotlight Soprano Adela Zaharia Is a Powerful, Multi-Layered Gilda in SF Opera’s Rigoletto Harlow Robinson - September 3, 2025 Romanian soprano Adela Zaharia will sing Gilda in San Francisco Opera's production of Verdi's Rigoletto, which runs from Sept. 5-27. Preview SF Opera Guild Board Member Aquila Farrell Prepares for Opera Ball Victoria Looseleaf - August 29, 2025 The multi-hyphenated force behind the fashion brand Maraval reflects on her philanthropic career before the annual SFO Ball. Review Composer David Conte’s Lyricism Shines Through in Intimate Voices Jason Victor Serinus - August 29, 2025 The composer’s voice perseveres in his new record despite a sacrifice in resonance, writes SFCV’s critic. Review Carrie Hennessey Delivers Songs From the Heart at Festival Opera Salon Nicholas Jones - August 26, 2025 The soprano gave and emotional and gripping performance in a recital of American art songs. Feature Multi-Instrumentalist Kash Killion Deserves His Laurels Andrew Gilbert - August 26, 2025 Much more than a sideman, jazz musician Kash Killion opens sonic possibilities in a vast array of contexts. Review Cellist Maya Beiser’s Salt Flows Seamlessly Across Time and Space Iris Kwok - August 23, 2025 From Monteverdi to Missy Mazzoli, the cellist’s newest record features a range of compositions honoring female characters of tragic myths. Review Merola Grand Finale 2025 Finds the Right Mix of Comedy, Pathos, and Vocal Brilliance Lisa Hirsch - August 19, 2025 The program’s apprentice singers showed their range in a celebratory season closer. Feature At Santa Fe Opera, Creative Direction Steals the Show Harlow Robinson - August 19, 2025 The company’s 2025 festival season features bold productions that invite the natural world in. Artist Spotlight Legendary Blues Musician Taj Mahal is Still Spreading the Love Jeff Kaliss - August 12, 2025 With a week at SFJAZZ coming up, the bluesman reflects on his seven-decade career. Review LA Phil Swings Ellington, Seong-Jin Cho Plays Ardent Ravel at the Hollywood Bowl Richard S. Ginell - August 12, 2025 Gustavo Dudamel and Cho drew a capacity crowd for a concert connecting two musical giants. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 … Next › Next page Last » Last page