Previews

Jeff Kaliss - February 13, 2017

The composer/pianist talks about the origins of her Grammy-winning The Thompson Fields, her work pushing for a fair deal from music streaming companies, and working with David Bowie.

Lou Fancher - February 11, 2017

From bar stools to church pews and playground benches, the visionary program makes opera accessible and fun for all.

Jeff Kaliss - February 6, 2017

Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s rhythmically vital composition anchors Music Director Michael Morgan’s exploration of Native American concert music.

Lou Fancher - February 2, 2017

Beloved mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade sings for — and with — the homeless.

Mark MacNamara - January 31, 2017

The theme of the Stanford festival is soft power, the growing prestige of Asian music.

Lou Fancher - January 30, 2017

Transcending boundaries, Opera Parallèle’s Flight is the creation of “believable art.”

Lou Fancher - January 24, 2017

Established and emerging artists celebrate the full range of human experience during the three-weekend festival.

Lou Fancher - January 17, 2017

From Biggie to Bach, the dynamic duo finds common ground in hip-hop and classical music

Jeff Kaliss - January 12, 2017

The adventurous company steps into the breach with a new festival featuring new operatic works in development.

Jeff Kaliss - January 8, 2017

Meet the local exponents of the Brazilian genre that captivated Heitor Villa-Lobos, among others.