San Francisco

There are several standouts in this latest round of premieres for SFB.

The esteemed local saxophonist honors the jazz legend with inspired interpretations of lesser-known gems from his 1964 recording.

As Ring fever heats up, S.F. Opera reaches out with surprising and fun new ancillary programs.

Composer Héctor Armienta's new opera, based on the famous novel by Rudolfo Anaya, is an ambitious work that needs to spread its wings.

The pioneering combo celebrates 40 years in the vanguard by doing what it's always done best.

Edgy, polygenre music underscores Lamar's idiosyncratic philosophy in a 10-song cycle.

The Baroque masterpiece comes to life at Zellerbach, with an unfamiliar ending.

After only half the festival, Helgi Tomasson's company is already well-stocked with new pieces.

The Beninese jazz guitarist and his transnational cohort feed off each other at Yoshi's.

The jazz pianist/vocalist and her top-notch trio showcases all that's best about jazz in an intimate set at the Black Cat.