It's astonishing for a veteran of too many Turandot performances to keep count of, to find one of the best in Palo Alto, but the tiny West Bay Opera once again conquered a musical Goliath.
A phantasmagorical winged figure from a temple door, a carved offering shrine, coin images of deities — the Asian Art Museum's Bali exhibit (Feb. 25–Sept.
Many enthusiastic Gilbert & Sullivan fans are not familiar with The Yeomen of the Guard.
And yet, when you finally get to this atypical, unusual work — currently presented by Lamplighters — there are great rewards to be found, including some of G&S' best music and most clever lyrics.
Let us speak, then, of movies extolling music and musicians. It’s a narrow focus, because writing about classical music’s intersection with films in general presents an embarrassment of riches.
The Wallace Alexander Gerbode Foundation and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation have announced six $75,000 grants for the creation and world premiere of new works by California co
In a delightful recital Tuesday night, Lang Lang — probably the best pianist around, and once likened to Elvis in stature — presented a different pianist, who was also subtle, self-effacing, while exhibiting the highest level of artistry.
