Richard S. Ginell

Richard S. Ginell writes regularly about music for the Los Angeles Times, Musical America.com, and Classical Voice North America. He has also contributed to Gramophone and The Strad, among many other publications. In another lifetime, he was chief music critic of the Los Angeles Daily News. He is also the author of the recently released book Makin’ a Joyful Noise: The Lives and Times of the (Slightly) Fabulous Limeliters.

Articles By This Author

Richard S. Ginell - February 3, 2026

The pianist’s Sacredness takes inspiration from Ellington but charts its own eclectic path.

Richard S. Ginell - February 3, 2026

At the Jan. 29 concert, she demonstrated a strong connection with the orchestra and a precise conducting style.

Richard S. Ginell - January 27, 2026

Capping off a remarkable week for L.A. orchestral music, the maestro drew sophistication and nuance from the exuberant ensemble.

Richard S. Ginell - January 21, 2026

Conductor and pianist tackled the most daunting piano concertos in the canon with fire.

Richard S. Ginell - December 23, 2025

The ensemble was in top form for the annual performance of Handel’s masterpiece, conducted by Grant Gershon.

Four SFCV writers tell us about their favorite shows of 2025!

Richard S. Ginell - December 16, 2025

Spanish conductor Gustavo Gimeno proved he is a good fit for the orchestra.

Richard S. Ginell - December 9, 2025

Marston Records releases the only complete recording of Kristen Flagstad and Lauritz Melchior in Parsifal.

Richard S. Ginell - November 24, 2025

A world premiere concerto for cellist Kanneh-Mason sets the table for Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations.

Richard S. Ginell - November 22, 2025

The latest collaboration between David Lang and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, before and after nature, features abstract interpretations of the state of our planet.