Jim Farber

The composer’s third David Bowie homage falls flat.

The long running L.A. chamber series plays Music for 18 Musicians for the first time.

Physically frail but alert as ever, the 82-year-old conducted a dashing all-Brahms concert.

A new opera by Ellen Reid and Roxie Perkins explores the lasting effects of sexual trauma.

Pianist Gloria Cheng celebrates the late composer at Piano Spheres.

Young performers share the limelight with the eclectic ensemble’s regulars.

Los Angeles Opera offers an alternative fairy tale for the holidays.

The composer’s new opera was four years in the making, but it’s right up to date.

Susanna Mälkki showcases avant-garde works from five European composers.

150 performers stranded in a becalmed production.