SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review Composer David Conte’s Lyricism Shines Through in Intimate Voices Jason Victor Serinus - August 29, 2025 The composer’s voice perseveres in his new record despite a sacrifice in resonance, writes SFCV’s critic. Review Carrie Hennessey Delivers Songs From the Heart at Festival Opera Salon Nicholas Jones - August 26, 2025 The soprano gave and emotional and gripping performance in a recital of American art songs. Feature Multi-Instrumentalist Kash Killion Deserves His Laurels Andrew Gilbert - August 26, 2025 Much more than a sideman, jazz musician Kash Killion opens sonic possibilities in a vast array of contexts. Review Cellist Maya Beiser’s Salt Flows Seamlessly Across Time and Space 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. Review Merola Grand Finale 2025 Finds the Right Mix of Comedy, Pathos, and Vocal Brilliance Lisa Hirsch - August 19, 2025 The program’s apprentice singers showed their range in a celebratory season closer. Feature At Santa Fe Opera, Creative Direction Steals the Show Harlow Robinson - August 19, 2025 The company’s 2025 festival season features bold productions that invite the natural world in. Artist Spotlight Legendary Blues Musician Taj Mahal is Still Spreading the Love Jeff Kaliss - August 12, 2025 With a week at SFJAZZ coming up, the bluesman reflects on his seven-decade career. Review LA Phil Swings Ellington, Seong-Jin Cho Plays Ardent Ravel at the Hollywood Bowl Richard S. Ginell - August 12, 2025 Gustavo Dudamel and Cho drew a capacity crowd for a concert connecting two musical giants. Review West Edge Opera’s Wozzeck is a Brutal Wake-Up Call — and One of the Best Shows You’ll See This Year 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. Feature San Jose Jazz’s Summer Fest Doubles Down With Theo Croker Andrew Gilbert - August 5, 2025 The acclaimed trumpeter is set to be the festival’s first-ever artist-in-residence. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page