Music News

Victoria Looseleaf - July 9, 2024

The annual series at the Hollywood Bowl features everything from indie bands to pop singer-songwriters to reggae musicians.

Tom Jacobs - July 9, 2024

Symphonies large and small from across the state are convening in San Francisco for the three-day event.

Lisa Hirsch - July 2, 2024

Progress has been slow in diversifying the symphonic repertory, according to a new report.

Janos Gereben - July 2, 2024

The organization founded by Yo-Yo Ma almost three decades ago expands its educational footprint this summer.

Tom Jacobs - July 1, 2024

The arts presenter at UCLA continues its eclectic, avant-grade approach to programming in 2024 and 2025.

Janos Gereben - June 24, 2024

Expect the usual innovative approaches to subject matter and staging, especially in the long-awaited new production of Harvey Milk.

Janos Gereben - June 24, 2024

The organization may have new executive and artistic leadership, but the music of J.S. Bach naturally still reigns supreme.

Janos Gereben - June 18, 2024

Both the state of California and the city of San Francisco are facing major deficits, which can only mean cuts.

Janos Gereben - June 17, 2024

Amid transitions in management and leadership, PBO’s upcoming season sees four guest conductors auditioning for the post of music director.

Janos Gereben - June 10, 2024

Music Director Daniel Hope reprises many of his signature projects, some for the first time in the Bay Area.