Artist Spotlights

Emily Wilson - September 20, 2024

Ahead of her Cal Performances debut, the Avery Fisher Career Grant winner talks about her big breaks and career so far.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 16, 2024

The star singer is at LA Opera and SF Opera this fall, tackling the types of roles he does best.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024

With appearances at SF Opera and the Met, the powerhouse mezzo-soprano is reaching new audiences with her art.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024

Performing at the Hollywood Bowl is the latest debut in the singer’s expanding schedule.

Victoria Looseleaf - August 24, 2024

The celebrated Mexican singer-songwriter chats with SFCV ahead of her concerts with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil.

Tom Jacobs - August 13, 2024

Known for his amiable, collaborative manner on the podium, Robertson is a favorite colleague of composers and orchestral players worldwide.

Iris Kwok - August 6, 2024

The 31-year-old, who’s performed with everyone from Gustavo Dudamel to Taylor Swift, chats about his career path and his passion for new music.

Jeff Kaliss - July 29, 2024

The festival premieres excerpts from Karim Al-Zand’s opera in progress, inspired by the true history of these tales.

Simon Cohen - July 22, 2024

In his “Carte Blanche” recital for Music@Menlo, Bavouzet will play the composer’s complete solo piano works, all in a single afternoon.

Jeff Kaliss - June 18, 2024

The violist and violinist, longtime members of the ensemble who are both retiring this month, reflect on 40-plus years of championing new music.