Michael Zwiebach

At the annual ceremony, longtime SFCV contributor Janos Gereben won a career achievement award. This journal also placed in three award categories.

For “In Winter’s Glow” the ensembles programmed unusual repertory and blended their sound effectively.

Caroline Shaw’s The Holdfast shines in a concert that blends Baroque tradition with striking new choral works.

Anton Reicha’s Te Deum was definitely worth hearing, as Chora Nova maintained its tradition of singing unusual repertory.

In a recital of unusual and beautiful music, the pianist balanced fire and fantasy with exactitude.

Despite uncertainty in arts funding, Pocket Opera is set to press ahead with an ambitious season in 2026.

Concertmaster Daniel Hope led the orchestra’s genial and joyous concert, highlighted by Dobrinka Tabakova’s Dawn and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.

Oakland Symphony Music Director Kedrick Armstrong began his second season with an eclectic program culminating with Stravinsky’s Firebird.

The pianist and hip-hop artist mixes classical, jazz, and a bit of everything into an impressive set in the festival “lounge.”

The award, given by the Klein String Competition, honors the musical educator for creating and guiding the successful training organization.