SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Artist Spotlight Jazzmeia Horn is Making Her Mark on Vocal Jazz Lily O'Brien - June 6, 2019 In advance of her gig at SFJAZZ, the accomplished young singer talks about her influences, challenges, and the confluence of politics and music. Feature Requiem for a Bay Area Soul Queen Andrew Gilbert - June 6, 2019 Vaunted R&B and gospel singer Leola Jiles joins the angel band. Review Chunky in Heat Bristles With Hallucinatory Energy Brin Solomon - June 6, 2019 A.M. Homes’s new opera, with music from a half-dozen composers, boasts a strong cast and a sentient tree. Review Numi Opera Opens Its Doors With a Stunted Der Zwerg Jim Farber - June 3, 2019 Vocal performances are the strong suit in the fledgling company’s inaugural production. Feature Jazzy Summer Songs Andrew Gilbert - June 3, 2019 Our picks for great June festivals and gigs featuring jazz vocalists. Review Left Coast Chamber Ensemble Proves That Great Opera Needn’t Be Grand Rebecca Wishnia - June 3, 2019 Contemporary works by Christopher Stark and Laura Schwendinger soar on a shoestring at Z Space. Artist Spotlight Soprano Rachel Willis-Sørensen Dives Into Rusalka Lisa Houston - June 3, 2019 The singer shares the buzz about her upcoming role with S.F. Opera. Artist Spotlight Anthony Davis Builds Operas From Headlines Victoria Looseleaf - June 3, 2019 The composer’s The Central Park Five premieres at Long Beach Opera on June 15. Review Documentary Brings Pavarotti Back to Life Janos Gereben - May 29, 2019 Director Ron Howard’s new project is an intimate portrait of an outsized talent. Preview J’Nai Bridges Multitasks in Her Debut as Carmen Janos Gereben - May 28, 2019 The rising mezzo-soprano talks about her lifetime of training for the demanding role. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
