SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Review Randy Newman’s Faust Gets Another Chance at The Soraya Jim Farber - September 30, 2024 A concert revival of the 1995 musical demonstrates the work’s assets and flaws in equal measure. Preview Bass-Baritone Davóne Tines Goes Deep Into the Life of Paul Robeson Victoria Looseleaf - September 24, 2024 Tines’s ongoing consideration of the legendary performer’s legacy continues in a recital for Monday Evening Concerts. Review Madame Butterfly Speaks to the Heart at LA Opera Victoria Looseleaf - September 24, 2024 Star singers — including soprano Karah Son and tenor Jonathan Tetelman — make strong impressions despite a busy production. Preview The Soraya Makes a Big Bet on Randy Newman’s Faust Victoria Looseleaf - September 24, 2024 A concert version of the singer-songwriter’s 1995 concept album is expected to open the venue’s season in daring fashion. Music News At Piano Spheres, There’s Enough Anniversary to Go Around Victoria Looseleaf - September 17, 2024 The new-music series celebrates its 30th season with commissions and tributes to Charles Ives, Arnold Schoenberg, Pierre Boulez, and Sarah Gibson. Artist Spotlight Jonathan Tetelman: “Being a tenor is a lifestyle.” Victoria Looseleaf - September 16, 2024 The star singer is at LA Opera and SF Opera this fall, tackling the types of roles he does best. Preview Pacific Chorale Reaches Out to the Community in “To the Hands” Tamzin Elliott - September 10, 2024 Caroline Shaw’s work of the same name is the centerpiece of a program about inspiring action beyond the concert hall. Music News The Students Aren’t the Only Stars in Colburn’s 2024–2025 Season Tom Jacobs - September 9, 2024 World-class artists associated with the school, from Esa-Pekka Salonen to the Calidore String Quartet, are set to take the stage as well. Review The Carnival of the Animals Comes Together Under Dudamel Richard S. Ginell - September 9, 2024 The LA Phil makes a splendid production out of Saint-Saëns, nicely setting up the concert’s second half of opera excerpts from Carmen. Preview Michelle Dorrance Explores the Music of Tap Dance Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 At The Ford in L.A., Dorrance Dance shows off its “sophisticated hybrid of dance and music.” Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 … Next › Next page Last » Last page