Los Angeles

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

Tom Jacobs - November 2, 2021

For the major symphony and opera organizations, supplementing live performances with online offerings is the way of the future.

Richard S. Ginell - November 1, 2021

The season is young, but the orchestra is in overdrive for a Kaija Saariaho premiere and Scriabin’s Poem of Ecstasy.

Victoria Looseleaf - November 1, 2021

The four-day online event presents more than 30 artists and ensembles on the cusp of tomorrow’s music and poetry.

Tom Jacobs - October 26, 2021

Innovative new works, premieres, and a greater emphasis on opera and musical theater energize The Broad Stage’s winter and spring roster of 28 shows.

Peter Feher - October 26, 2021

The lockdown over, choruses are feeling especially liberated.

Victoria Looseleaf - October 25, 2021

The globetrotting Finnish conductor talks about her upcoming run of concerts with the LA Phil and her musical journey.  

Catherine Womack - October 19, 2021

The immersive operatic performance piece addressing environmental issues sold out in minutes.

Victoria Looseleaf - October 19, 2021

LAO takes on the challenges of Wagner’s big Romantic opera.

Peter Feher - October 12, 2021

The new season brings together events from mainstage to chamber music at seven venues around the area.

Tom Jacobs - October 12, 2021

The superstar soprano will both perform and lead discussions on music and health.