San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Jason Victor Serinus - August 29, 2025

The composer’s voice perseveres in his new record despite a sacrifice in resonance, writes SFCV’s critic.

Nicholas Jones - August 26, 2025

The soprano gave and emotional and gripping performance in a recital of American art songs.

Andrew Gilbert - August 26, 2025

Much more than a sideman, jazz musician Kash Killion opens sonic possibilities in a vast array of contexts.

Iris Kwok - August 23, 2025

From Monteverdi to Missy Mazzoli, the cellist’s newest record features a range of compositions honoring female characters of tragic myths.

Lisa Hirsch - August 19, 2025

The program’s apprentice singers showed their range in a celebratory season closer.

Harlow Robinson - August 19, 2025

The company’s 2025 festival season features bold productions that invite the natural world in.

Jeff Kaliss - August 12, 2025

With a week at SFJAZZ coming up, the bluesman reflects on his seven-decade career.

Richard S. Ginell - August 12, 2025

Gustavo Dudamel and Cho drew a capacity crowd for a concert connecting two musical giants.

Michael Zwiebach - August 11, 2025

In a production that balances brutality with compassion, Alban Berg’s timeless story of cruelty and its effects makes for epic theater.

Andrew Gilbert - August 5, 2025

The acclaimed trumpeter is set to be the festival’s first-ever artist-in-residence.