San Francisco

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

Andrew Gilbert - May 28, 2025

Concluding his two-season stint as a resident artistic director, Wiley brings the Bay Area music scene together in an all-embracing evening.

Victoria Looseleaf - May 28, 2025

Kelsey, who’s singing the title role in Rigoletto at LA Opera, is in demand thanks to his individual voice.

Emily Wilson - May 28, 2025

Opera Parallèle is bringing this work by composer Stewart Wallace and librettist Michael Korie full circle with a new streamlined production.

Victoria Looseleaf - May 28, 2025

With a complement of string players, the Los Angeles-based group has a unique sound and repertory.

Harlow Robinson - May 20, 2025

Tod Machover’s raucous theater piece is at UCLA this month, part of the Herb Alpert School of Music’s anniversary for Schoenberg.

Lisa Hirsch - May 20, 2025

Just below the level of international stardom, performers forge their own paths and hone their management skills.

Richard S. Ginell - May 19, 2025

The soloist resurrects the Armenian composer’s Piano Concerto and several solo works in a new recording.

Yoshi Kato - May 17, 2025

Celebrating Louis Armstrong’s legacy, the project also features classical pianist Cecile Licad and players from Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Michael Zwiebach - May 13, 2025

There are likely Lord of the Rings fans in the orchestra, judging by the total commitment the musicians show in this brilliant film score.

Jason Victor Serinus - May 12, 2025

The expert musicians in this Bay Area ensemble produce a vital performance paired with Bach’s Magnificat.