San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Michael Zwiebach - October 27, 2020

The filmed production finds the company continuing its intrepid ways.

Peter Feher - October 27, 2020

Music Academy of the West students will benefit from close connection to the famous producing organization next summer.

Richard S. Ginell - October 26, 2020

Gavin Bryars’s haunting tone poem about the last moments of the doomed ship gets a fresh interpretation by this up-and-coming ensemble.

Steven Winn - October 23, 2020

David Hertzberg’s spooky chamber orchestra recasts a Hans Christian Andersen tale of spirit possession.

Janice Berman - October 21, 2020

This year’s San Francisco Dance Film Festival hasn’t missed a step in its transition to the smaller screen.

Jonathan Leal - October 20, 2020

In concert, the layers and cumulative, syncretic power of Joachim’s music become clear.

Michael Zwiebach - October 20, 2020

With the announcement of serious creative talents and fascinating works in development, West Edge’s Aperture becomes a major site for the development of American opera.

Janos Gereben - October 20, 2020

Even if they manage to stay healthy, musicians are struggling for survival.

Tamzin Elliott - October 19, 2020

Fure’s new album strikes fear in the listener but makes a profoundly human point.

Richard S. Ginell - October 19, 2020

In a time of bold political statements, the latest episodes of SOUND/STAGE fit the moment, as well as providing musical relief.