Previews

Jason Victor Serinus - November 22, 2010

A rare opportunity approaches to hear the great mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade endearingly up close.

Michael Zwiebach - November 16, 2010

There are still two weekends left to catch Opera San Jose's Tosca. The company's cast of young professionals on the cusp of breaking out is perfect for Puccini's tale.

Michael Zwiebach - November 16, 2010

A must-see concert from pianist Sarah Cahill at the Hotel Rex on Wednesday will feature spiritual music from several angles.

Michael Zwiebach - November 16, 2010

Anybody who likes Romantic music will love Richard Strauss' Four Last Songs and the interpreter at the San Francisco Symphony this week will be the young, golden-voiced soprano Elza van den Heever.

Michael Zwiebach - November 16, 2010

If you haven't already (or even if you have) now is the time to check out International Orange Chorale of San Francisco.

Jeff Kaliss - November 16, 2010

A preview of the season opener at the Oakland East Bay symphony and a one-of-a-kind chat with Carlos Santana, who is bringing people together across musical lines, and is right in tune with the orchestra.

Rebecca Liao - November 15, 2010

It turns out the Bay Area has a legit klezmer band of its own. A concert titled “Klezmania!” will celebrate the holidays and Chanukah with traditional klezmer, Yiddish and Israeli folk songs, along with original klezmer compositions.

Lisa Petrie - November 12, 2010

The Berkeley Repertory Theatre is adding another dimension to The Composer is Dead, with an original theatrical adaptation of this wildly popular marriage between Lemony Snicket’s story and Nathaniel Stookey’s musical score. The work comes to the stage Dec. 2.

Michael Zwiebach - November 9, 2010

Marco Pereira, maestro of Brazilian guitar arrives in the Bay Area to offer a bountiful must-see concert.

Michael Zwiebach - November 9, 2010

The S.F. Choral Society swings into action with Maurice Durufle's beautiful Requiem, accompanied by Rodney Gehrke on organ, and the California Chamber Symphony. Bob Geary's groups regularly produce wonders. This will be another.