Reviews

Lisa Hirsch - November 3, 2014

The Hagen Quartet of Austria plays a program of Mozart, Shostakovich, and Brahms in a performance presented by San Francisco Performances.

Janos Gereben - October 31, 2014

The San Francisco Symphony delights audiences with Mahler's Symphony No. 7 (during game 7 of the World Series) just before it heads on tour.

David Bratman - October 27, 2014

The Symphony Silicon Valley concert led by conductor John Nelson and featuring pianist Jeffrey Kahane is a irresistible lineup of Romantic repertoire.

Jessica Balik - October 27, 2014

A hip and welcoming nine-member ensemble presents a range of eminently listenable works, beautifully played.

Be'eri Moalem - October 27, 2014

Music for percussion and tango is paired with Handel and Respighi in S.F. Chamber Orchestra’s latest free program, with lots of chatter.

Steve Osborn - October 25, 2014

Joshua Bell and Alessio Bax play a concert in Santa Rosa to great effect despite a change of venue.

Jim Farber - October 25, 2014

Kajai Saariaho’s Earth Shadows Receives American Premiere with Salonen and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Steven Winn - October 25, 2014

Music Director Nicola Luisotti is missed when the S.F. Opera revives its sturdy, time-worn production of Tosca.

Niels Swinkels - October 21, 2014

With the appointment of Dr. Magen Solomon as its new Artistic Director last June, the San Francisco Bach Choir has entered a new era.

David Bratman - October 21, 2014

The St. Lawrence String Quartet's concert at Stanford's Bing Hall features new member/violinist Mark Fewer, guest cellist David Finckel, and a program to showcase their talents.