SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Feature Women Composers Unbound: Four New Recordings Allan Kozinn - November 19, 2019 The polyglot nature of modern composition means that style is no longer polemics, and women composers can make the music they need to. Review Operas Appear Out of Thin Air in L.A. Studio Ben Kutner - November 19, 2019 New Opera West presents five “pop-up” operas. Review Carmen Lundy Is a Jazz Original Andrew Gilbert - November 18, 2019 The brilliant vocalist channels the best of the past while keeping her focus resolutely on the future. Review Barrie Kosky’s Magic Flute Comes Into Its Own Jim Farber - November 18, 2019 LA Opera’s latest wakes up an audience in the wake of #MeToo. Review SF Opera’s Hansel and Gretel Is a Visual Delight Janos Gereben - November 18, 2019 The big fairy-tale opera is perfect family fare for the holiday season. Preview A Plucky Ermelinda Emerges With Ars Minerva Lou Fancher - November 15, 2019 The intrepid revivalist opera company takes on Domenico Freschi’s 1680 comedy featuring a forward-leaning heroine. Preview The Global Language of Dance Explodes at the SF International Hip-Hop DanceFest Lou Fancher - November 15, 2019 Founder Micaya talks about the bounty of styles and messages coming from around the world Nov. 22–24. Music News Bay Area Musicals a Brave Addition to the S.F. Musical-Theater Scene Janos Gereben - November 12, 2019 The plucky company begins its fifth season with Jule Styne’s daunting Gypsy. Review The Branford Marsalis Quartet Takes a Wild Ride at Yoshi’s Andrew Gilbert - November 11, 2019 The band of jazz virtuosos goes full tilt on a wide-ranging set that brings out the best in each player. Feature Miguel Zenón: Puerto Rico in His Heart Andrew Gilbert - November 8, 2019 The jazz saxophonist reimagines his rich musical heritage. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
