Music News

Janos Gereben - March 4, 2022

Michael Tilson Thomas steps down as artistic director of the New World Symphony but plans to continue conducting as long as he is able.

Peter Feher - March 1, 2022

The orchestra is committing $125 million to overhaul its longtime home.

Peter Feher - March 1, 2022

The orchestra is taking its usual broad approach to repertory and staying ambitious when it comes to special events and guest stars.

Jasmine Liu - March 1, 2022

Wu Wei performs the world premiere of Fang Man’s Song of the Flaming Phoenix with Esa-Pekka Salonen and the SFS March 3–5.

Janos Gereben - February 28, 2022

Artists and organizations around the globe express outrage at the incursion. Concert plans shift to show solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Michael Zwiebach - February 22, 2022

Terry Riley’s breakthrough experimental piece gets a timely airing, and everyone can be involved.

Janos Gereben - February 22, 2022

Animations add to the performances this week at Davies Symphony Hall.

Janos Gereben - February 22, 2022

The Berkeley youth orchestra will be back performing Feb. 26 and goes on tour to Europe this summer.

Tom Jacobs - February 15, 2022

From Die Walküre to Kinky Boots, Deborah Harry to Itzhak Perlman, the summer centennial celebration has something for everyone.

Janos Gereben - February 14, 2022

This year’s offerings reveal the Beatles in India, Figaro in the Highlands, and the improbable rise of a sea-shanty group.