Features

Lisa Hirsch - February 26, 2019

Berlioz’s mammoth work has undergone something of a revival. Singers Brandon Jovanovich and Christian Van Horn share their experiences from three recent productions.

Lisa Hirsch - February 19, 2019

The history of French opera begins not in Paris but at that infamous royal residence.

Janice Berman - February 14, 2019

The company’s artistic director is keeping with the times.

Jeremy Reynolds - February 12, 2019

An 80-minute Idomeneo brings the question to the fore.

Andrew Gilbert - February 11, 2019

The late jazz singer was a powerful creative force in the Bay Area scene.

Andrew Gilbert - February 1, 2019

From Nigerian Afrobeat to an Art Blakey tribute, SFCV’s monthly jazz picks offer something for everyone.

Andrew Gilbert - February 1, 2019

Multiconcert residencies at key Bay Area venues allow artists to stretch beyond the boundaries of one-off performances.

Jim Farber - January 27, 2019

A world premiere, a role debut for Plácido Domingo, and a little bit of Hollywood.

Jim Farber - January 25, 2019

Russian violinist Philippe Quint revives the music of Charlie Chaplin.

Andrew Gilbert - January 22, 2019

A lush, three-disc set from Resonance Records taps deep into the Eric Dolphy legacy.