SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review Guitar Legend John McLaughlin Retires With an Incendiary Farewell Concert Richard S. Ginell - December 12, 2017 The founder of the Mahavishnu Orchestra burns bright with his innovative mélange of jazz, rock, and Indian themes in the final concert of his last tour. Feature SFJAZZ: Commission and Omissions Andrew Gilbert - December 11, 2017 Will the leading institution step up to support composers and foster new jazz voices in the Bay Area? Review An Eerily Timely Rape of Lucretia at the S.F. Conservatory of Music Jason Victor Serinus - December 11, 2017 Aspiring singers do justice to Benjamin Britten’s devastating opera. Review Adler Fellows Shine in Their Finale Concert Ilana Walder-Biesanz - December 11, 2017 Nine singers gave thrilling evidence that they’re ready for the big time. Artist Spotlight Alfredo Rodriguez Brings Memories of Cuba to San Francisco Jeff Kaliss - December 7, 2017 The virtuoso pianist draws on both his Cuban roots and jazz influences in a solo performance. Music News David Hockney Receives S.F. Opera Medal Janos Gereben - December 5, 2017 The venerated artist earns the company’s highest accolades for his powerful set and costume designs, including those for the current run of Turandot. Review Opera Parallèle’s The Little Prince Reaches Liftoff Ilana Walder-Biesanz - December 4, 2017 Strong performances lift an often-charming opera from sinking in its own syrup. Review Dianne Reeves Takes You Home for Holidays Andrew Gilbert - December 4, 2017 The jazz diva’s playful concert of SFJAZZ is just what you wished for this season. Preview Camille A. Brown’s BLACK GIRL: Linguistic Play Has Bay-Area Premiere Lou Fancher - December 1, 2017 The choreographer’s potent work tackles culture, identity, and race through recollections of childhood games. Review A Restless Wendy Whelan Energizes Some of a Thousand Words Janice Berman - December 1, 2017 Not really ready to retire, the iconic ballerina trades in her toe shoes for a remarkable duet with choreographer Brian Brooks. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 … Next › Next page Last » Last page