The group gives a buttoned-up but enjoyable concert in its new guise.
Mi País, a tour of classic Argentinian compositions, showcases the rich musicality of bass-baritone Federico De Michelis.
The tenor and pianist Wenwen Du render Schubert’s radical emotional extremes with total commitment.
The production’s superior direction by newcomer Rob Ashford makes Rossini’s much-performed opera buffa shine.
In poor health, the SF Symphony’s music director laureate leads poignant performances that seem to bookend his celebrated career.
The unpredictable composer and arranger appears on the West Coast with her curiously mixed ensemble, m_unit.