Reviews

Andrew Gilbert - November 21, 2022

Vocalist Kenny Washington settles into a four-night run at the Bay Area’s newest jazz venue.

Richard S. Ginell - November 21, 2022

It’s the standout work on a passionate CD recorded with Yannick Nézet-Séguin and The Philadelphia Orchestra.

Nicholas Jones - November 20, 2022

Sign of the times? Matthew Ozawa’s directorial vision emphasizes darkness over grace and resilience.

Jim Farber - November 20, 2022

Pianists Katia and Marielle Labèque premiere a psychedelic new work at Disney Hall, in collaboration with soprano Barbara Hannigan.

David Bratman - November 15, 2022

Meta4 makes its West Coast debut with a fascinating concert of works inspired by the far north.

Richard S. Ginell - November 15, 2022

The LA Phil’s recent string of festival programming falls short on the classical side but succeeds at its most contemporary.

Jason Victor Serinus - November 15, 2022

Soprano Pretty Yende leads a winning cast that brings this beautiful new production to life.

Lisa Hirsch - November 15, 2022

Gautier Capuçon is the stellar soloist for this latest foray into concert music by the longtime film composer.

Nicholas Jones - November 15, 2022

The early-music legend brings virtuoso repertoire and another consort of collaborators to Berkeley.

Richard S. Ginell - November 15, 2022

For the CD’s rerelease, the violinist has jettisoned one particularly troublesome piece and also recorded a new one by Florence Price.