Artist Spotlights

Lou Fancher - June 19, 2018

The concert pianist offers insights into his haunted early years, his controversial book, and the transformational power of music.

Lisa Houston - June 14, 2018

The baritone is hitting his prime and working harder than ever.

Lisa Houston - June 11, 2018

The dramatic soprano talks about singing Brünnhilde in S.F. Opera's upcoming Ring Cycle.

Jeff Kaliss - June 5, 2018

The lauded standup comic and actor has a new album of jazz takes on David Bowie songs.

Richard S. Ginell - June 5, 2018

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

Jeff Kaliss - May 15, 2018

The violinist has been in the public spotlight for many years but retains his youthful enthusiasm.

Jeffery S. McMillan - April 29, 2018

The dramatic soprano is bringing her highly praised interpretation of Brünnhilde to San Francisco for June's Ring of the Nibelung performances.

Jeff Kaliss - April 9, 2018

The conductor brings Apollo's Fire to Cal Performances and talks about her career and the ensemble she founded.

Jeff Kaliss - March 26, 2018

As the S.F. Symphony prepares to play the score to Batman, its composer tells us how he keeps up his phenomenal creative pace.

Lou Fancher - March 22, 2018

The composer chats about her creative process, the importance of staying open, and her upcoming concert at BAMPFA.