SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review From Beth Morrison Projects, a Bracing Survey of Contemporary Opera Jason Victor Serinus - January 6, 2026 Across two volumes, the new recording BMP: Songbook showcases the producer’s knack for turning modern influences into timeless music. Review American Mirror: Seven Works, One Ensemble Voice Charles Burns - December 23, 2025 Sphinx Virtuosi’s new release delivers crisp grooves, luminous textures, and strong narrative pacing. Feature Best Performances of 2025 (Los Angeles) Charles Burns, Jim Farber, Richard S. Ginell, Harlow Robinson - December 22, 2025 Four SFCV writers tell us about their favorite shows of 2025! Feature Best Performances of 2025 (Bay Area) Andrew Gilbert, Lisa Hirsch, Steven Winn, Rebecca Wishnia - December 22, 2025 Four SFCV writers tell us about their favorite classical and jazz shows of 2025! Feature Mike Rinta May Not Be a Headliner, But He Stands Out Andrew Gilbert - December 16, 2025 The ace trombonist-arranger is ubiquitous on Bay Area bandstands but doesn’t worry about name recognition. Preview SF Symphony to Premiere New “Peanuts” Symphonic Selections in A Charlie Brown Christmas—LIVE! Emily Wilson - December 16, 2025 The orchestra will once again bring the acclaimed jazz-classical album to life with live actors and an animated background. Review Jon Batiste Turns a Date With the SF Symphony Into a Platform Andrew Gilbert - December 14, 2025 The pianist’s vision of music as a unifying force came with plenty of crowd-pleasing favorites. Preview Piano Meets Raga in a Collaboration of Master Musicians Lily O'Brien - December 9, 2025 Jazz pianist Vijay Iyer, sarod player Alam Khan, and tablaist Nitin Mitta meet at The Freight, in Berkeley on Dec. 13. Review A Rediscovered Parsifal is a Wagnerian Holy Grail Richard S. Ginell - December 9, 2025 Marston Records releases the only complete recording of Kristen Flagstad and Lauritz Melchior in Parsifal. Feature San Francisco to Get Unique Look at Jon Batiste’s Evolving American Symphony Andrew Gilbert - December 9, 2025 The Grammy Award-winning pianist will perform original compositions and movements from his American Symphony at Davies Symphony Hall on Friday, Dec. 12. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page