Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

Richard S. Ginell - September 4, 2024

The young pianist is already a great performer, as he shows in Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto.

Jim Farber - August 25, 2024

Igor Stravinsky’s venerable modernist masterpiece still has the power to shock, if only you add in helicopters.

Victoria Looseleaf - August 24, 2024

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

Jim Farber - August 22, 2024

Super soloist Aubree Oliverson is joined by her fellow post-conservatory grads in works by J.S. Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann.

SFCV Editors - August 20, 2024

The full roster of excellence, as chosen by our readers. Find out who has bragging rights this year.

Richard S. Ginell - August 19, 2024

The LA Phil is the latest orchestra to air the concerto, which was commissioned from five different composers.

Victoria Looseleaf - August 19, 2024

The Negaunee Foundation has given $16.6 million to endow the program at Los Angeles’ Colburn School.

Richard S. Ginell - August 19, 2024

One of the most famous jazz albums of all time, played by the OG in front of a happy crowd.

Jim Farber - August 13, 2024

Big works by Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Prokofiev are conducted with fire and genius by Ryan Bancroft.

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.