Women in Music

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.

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

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

Andrew Gilbert - December 8, 2025

With his likeness now gracing the door at Mr. Tipple’s, the jazz giant is ready to claim his place among Bay Area jazz legends.

Michael Zwiebach - December 8, 2025

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

Janos Gereben - December 2, 2025

The work of the Peninsula Women’s Chorus is a form of civic practice, says director Anne K. Hege.

Michael Zwiebach - November 18, 2025

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

Victoria Looseleaf - November 13, 2025

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

Jennifer Xin-Tsu Lin Levine - November 11, 2025

The bassist/composer’s live performance of her film score was an act of remembrance.

Harlow Robinson - November 10, 2025

Sarah Kirkland's exciting new opera Hildegard, from Beth Morrison Productions, takes a modern look at the medieval saint and composer.