New Music

David Bratman - July 9, 2018

A commissioned piece from the Bridge Piano Quartet and composer Chad Channon doesn’t work in its San Jose venue.

Lou Fancher - June 25, 2018

Creativity blossoms within architectural wonders at the annual solstice event in Oakland's Chapel of the Chimes.

Jim Farber - June 18, 2018

A dedicated ensemble playing unique instruments presents rarely performed microtonal works by Harry Partch and Ben Johnston.

Jim Farber - June 12, 2018

Patricia Kopatchinskaja strives to undo comfortable concertgoing rituals with exciting, dramatic gestures.

Lou Fancher - June 11, 2018

The 36th San Francisco Jazz Festival offers a diverse range of musical acts from all walks of jazz life.

Richard S. Ginell - June 5, 2018

The virtuoso violinist brings her relentless curiosity and unbridled passion for new music to the pioneering festival.

Steven Winn - May 22, 2018

The West Coast premiere of Philip Glass’s Third Piano Concerto dominates the program.

Lou Fancher - May 21, 2018

The conceptual artist died in 2015, but a trust ensures that her works find currency and collaboration with contemporary artists.

Jim Farber - May 15, 2018

A poorly-coordinated performance of Terry Riley’s In C caps off the evening.

Jessica Balik - May 15, 2018

Two musicians from the Brooklyn Art Song Society perform new works by UC Davis composers and poets.