SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Feature Marcus Shelby’s Personal History Soundtrack Lou Fancher - January 17, 2017 The bassist, composer, and educator talks about his projects, his work with kids, and using music to reflect a “positive and truthful” history. Music News S.F. Opera Plans: Wagner Ring Next Summer, Five Operas This Fall Janos Gereben - January 17, 2017 Casting details and full season were announced today. Music News National Preview for Festival Opera's Rated R for Rat Janos Gereben - January 13, 2017 Festival Opera is planning the premiere of composer Wang Jie's opera based on characters from the Chinese zodiac. This weekend, it gets a workshop performance in New York City. Music News Opera Parallèle Finds New Leader in Debbie Chinn Janos Gereben - January 10, 2017 The new executive director brings a wealth of experience to the innovative opera company. Music News Hopscotch the Opera: Six Composers, Six Librettists, 24 Cars Janos Gereben - January 9, 2017 A new album of music from the innovative opera will allow listeners to create their own Hopscotch experience. Preview Getting the Brazilian-Berkeley Choro Groove Jeff Kaliss - January 8, 2017 Meet the local exponents of the Brazilian genre that captivated Heitor Villa-Lobos, among others. Feature Exploring New Music’s Big Tent Allan Kozinn - January 3, 2017 The millennial generation of musicians make compelling music without the defined notions of style that their elders once thought a prerequisite. Music News Dance Above, Orchestra Below: S.F. Ballet’s Musical Season Janos Gereben - January 2, 2017 S.F. Ballet Orchestra will have its mettle tested again this season, in a diverse and exciting season of great music. Review S.F. Opera Adler Fellows Flying High Janos Gereben - December 5, 2016 Fresh selections and stunning performances set a new benchmark for the renowned residency program. Music News Will Jake Heggie’s It’s a Wonderful Life Become the Nutcracker of Opera? Janos Gereben - November 29, 2016 The new collaboration with librettist Gene Scheer debuts in Houston this week and will greet the Bay Area holiday crowd in 2018. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 … Next › Next page Last » Last page