Features

Michael Zwiebach - March 28, 2013

Here’s a playlist of concerto movements and Handel oratorio choruses in that 18th-century tradition.

Janos Gereben - March 25, 2013

As the San Francisco Symphony strike goes into its third week, there are few signs that it is close to a resolution.

Michael Zwiebach - March 21, 2013

Here’s a playlist of some of the biggest hits in classical music (and one Rodgers and Hart classic), all inspired by the vernal equinox and the racing blood of youth in love.

Janos Gereben - March 20, 2013

A report on the state of the SFS musician's strike, one week later, at an impasse.

Mark MacNamara - March 19, 2013

A local composer dreams big: Lisa Bielawa has an idea that has already taken longer to plan than to compose, in which “who” and “how” are at least as important as the notes, and in which ordinary people (you!) can take part.

As part of its residency at UC Davis, March 15-17, members of the St. Louis Symphony walked over campus and serenaded the Egghead sculptures, created by Robert Arneson, with new music by local composers.

Janos Gereben - March 17, 2013

Extreme brinkmanship failed, and long after several apparent "final" deadlines, efforts to end the strike by musicians of the San Francisco Symphony failed, and the long-planned East Coast tour is now canceled.

Janos Gereben - March 15, 2013

After a 12-hour negotiating session that ended at 4 a.m. on Friday, the strike called by musicians of the San Francisco Symphony on Wednesday, continues.

Michael Zwiebach - March 14, 2013

We can’t throw a parade, but here’s a playlist ready for your celebration of all things Irish.

Jason Victor Serinus - March 12, 2013

It may be a coincidence that Weill Hall, Bing Hall, and Miner Auditorium at SFJAZZ all opened within a few months of each other. But their combined impact is going to be huge in the Bay Area. Experts weigh in on the live experience of these venues: What’s your opinion?