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Hitting S.F. this week, Mason Bates’ immersive classical/electronica mix is catalyzing new audiences.

The Japan Society of Northern California is presenting a gala concert, featuring blind pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii on Oct. 17, in the renovated Herbst Theatre.

The performance by the Russian concert pianist was absolutely astonishing and matched by MTT and his musicians.

He radiates joy in music, but is introspective in person. Here’s an interview with a musician who continues to inspire millions.

SFCV talks to Philharmonia Baroque’s music director about the history of the group and the early music scene.

The resident choreographer of Smuin Ballet premieres a confident, beautifully realized work in an evening of pleasurable surprises.

The program was sparkling, imaginative, and even exotic, featuring works from Chinese-American composer Chen Yi and Japanese composer Toru Takemitsu.

The orchestra — joined by the UC Berkeley Chamber Chorus, Pacific Boychoir Academy, and San Francisco Girls Chorus — gave a near-perfect performance brimming with joy.

The San Francisco Iranian Film Festival will screen Six Centuries, Six Years, a fascinating documentary about the reconstruction and revival of works by Abd al-Qadir Maraghi.

The baritone talks about Sweeney Todd and his upcoming roles in Lucia di Lammermoor and two operas based on Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher.”