SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Artist Spotlight Chris Botti: Have Horn, Will Travel Lily O'Brien - December 26, 2019 The traveling trumpeter talks about life on the road and his shows at SFJAZZ in January. Feature Edward Simon Is a Jazz Explorer With a Big Itinerary Andrew Gilbert - December 26, 2019 The adventurous pianist has fresh ideas for programming SF Performances’ KDFC Salon Series. Review Numi Opera Goes Small With a Delightful Korngold Opera Jim Farber - December 23, 2019 A concert staging of Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Der Ring des Polykrates is a success for the young company. Feature Three New Noteworthy Discs From American Orchestras Richard S. Ginell - December 22, 2019 Streaming digital music hasn’t completely killed the venerable tradition of great orchestras making interesting records. Artist Spotlight Eun Sun Kim: The Can-Do Conductor Plays No Favorites Michael Zwiebach - December 17, 2019 The new music director of SF Opera is interested in just about everything to do with orchestras and music. Review It’s All Smiles at SF Ballet’s 75th Anniversary Nutcracker Janice Berman - December 13, 2019 It’s a time to admire not just the stars but the SF Ballet School, a key to the company’s success. Feature The People’s Conservatory Debuts KOLA Annelies Zijderveld - December 12, 2019 This fresh production reimagines the Nutcracker story through African and Afro-Latinx eyes. Review Judas Maccabeus Reigns Victorious With Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Michael Zwiebach - December 10, 2019 A rousing performance of Handel’s masterwork: Shouldn’t this Hanukkah-themed oratorio be a regular item on the December holiday menu? Review SFCM’s Musical Theatre Ensemble Shines the Spotlight on Women in Musicals Catriona Barr - December 10, 2019 A terrific roster of well-performed show tunes amid a disjointed, unfocused theatrical concept. Music News Heroics and Excellence From the SF Ballet Orchestra Pit Janos Gereben - December 10, 2019 The Nutcracker season kicks off, and the orchestra looks ahead to a busy 2020. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
