Black Experience

Andrew Gilbert - January 21, 2026

The multi-instrumentalist’s new album draws inspiration from her roots in Ethiopia.

Caroline Chen - January 13, 2026

Performing her album Fanm d’Ayiti at Noe Valley Ministry, the singer honored grandmothers, Vodou spirits, and the power of communal voices.

Victoria Looseleaf - January 12, 2026

The song cycle’s Jan. 16 performance in San Diego will have a starry cast.

Jeff Kaliss - January 7, 2026

The Oakland-based rapper, keyboardist, and composer will commemorate MLK and Sly Stone in an upcoming show at the Paramount Theatre.

Harlow Robinson - December 23, 2025

Conductor Thomas Wilkins led the orchestra in a dazzling performance spotlighting Tchaikovsky and Duke Ellington.

Andrew Gilbert - December 14, 2025

The pianist’s vision of music as a unifying force came with plenty of crowd-pleasing favorites.

Andrew Gilbert - December 9, 2025

The Grammy Award-winning pianist will perform original compositions and movements from his American Symphony at Davies Symphony Hall on Friday, Dec. 12. 

Victoria Looseleaf - November 13, 2025

The soprano prepares to sing the lead role in Puccini’s La bohème.

Victoria Looseleaf - November 3, 2025

The electronic music composer and performer has hit a lot of milestones early in her career, but she’s not chasing fame — it’s chasing her.

Lou Fancher - October 14, 2025

The Brazilian musician mixes his country’s musical heritage into his solo concerts.