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SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Andrew Gilbert - December 26, 2019

The adventurous pianist has fresh ideas for programming SF Performances’ KDFC Salon Series.

Jim Farber - December 23, 2019

A concert staging of Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Der Ring des Polykrates is a success for the young company.

Richard S. Ginell - December 22, 2019

Streaming digital music hasn’t completely killed the venerable tradition of great orchestras making interesting records.

Michael Zwiebach - December 17, 2019

The new music director of SF Opera is interested in just about everything to do with orchestras and music.

Janice Berman - December 13, 2019

It’s a time to admire not just the stars but the SF Ballet School, a key to the company’s success.

Annelies Zijderveld - December 12, 2019

This fresh production reimagines the Nutcracker story through African and Afro-Latinx eyes.

Michael Zwiebach - December 10, 2019

A rousing performance of Handel’s masterwork: Shouldn’t this Hanukkah-themed oratorio be a regular item on the December holiday menu?

Catriona Barr - December 10, 2019

A terrific roster of well-performed show tunes amid a disjointed, unfocused theatrical concept.

Janos Gereben - December 10, 2019

The Nutcracker season kicks off, and the orchestra looks ahead to a busy 2020.

Peter Feher - December 10, 2019

Baritone Quinn Kelsey steps into the role of the Duke of Nottingham, in performances conducted by Eun Sun Kim.