Los Angeles

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

Jim Farber - July 17, 2018

Hollywood Bowl resounds with Verdi's gut-wrenching opera.

Richard S. Ginell - July 2, 2018

Fun, silliness, and some great music abound in the West-Coast premiere of this buffa rarity.

Jim Farber - June 18, 2018

Chamber Music in Historic Sites sponsors intimate music in architecturally significant chambers.

Jim Farber - June 18, 2018

A dedicated ensemble playing unique instruments presents rarely performed microtonal works by Harry Partch and Ben Johnston.

Jim Farber - June 12, 2018

Patricia Kopatchinskaja strives to undo comfortable concertgoing rituals with exciting, dramatic gestures.

Richard S. Ginell - June 5, 2018

The virtuoso violinist brings her relentless curiosity and unbridled passion for new music to the pioneering festival.

Richard S. Ginell - May 29, 2018

L.A. Opera's ambitious, 28-year-old artist-in-residence brings his first work to the Off Grand series.

Richard S. Ginell - May 22, 2018

Dudamel conducts the Symphony No. 2, and Mitsuko Uchida is soloist in the composer’s Piano Concerto.

Richard S. Ginell - May 22, 2018

A lively concert awakens interest in authentically Spanish composers.

Richard S. Ginell - May 15, 2018

Diverse programming and relaxed etiquette make an enjoyable experience.