SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review Víkingur Ólafsson Roams Freely Through the Mozart Canon Richard S. Ginell - September 19, 2021 The pianist takes unpredictable but always absorbing creative risks on his new album. Music News LA Opera Extends Conlon Contract Peter Feher - September 14, 2021 The company is also bringing in a new resident conductor to replace Grant Gershon, who is stepping down. Music News For SFO’s Fidelio Director, the Beethoven Opera Is Personal Janos Gereben - September 13, 2021 Matthew Ozawa sees a vital beacon of hope for the downtrodden in the opera’s dramatic arc. Review SF Opera’s “Homecoming” Concert Is Splendid Janos Gereben - September 13, 2021 Rachel Willis-Sørensen and Jamie Barton thrill in a festive evening that transcended a few challenges. Review Jonas Kaufmann and Helmut Deutsch Excel in Liszt Jason Victor Serinus - September 13, 2021 The tenor and pianist are in perfect synch in this savvy, well-recorded collection of songs expressing joy and sorrow. Review Leo Sowerby’s Jazz-Age Works Are Resurrected a Century Later Richard S. Ginell - September 13, 2021 A new disc featuring commissions for the Paul Whiteman Orchestra reveals the charms of a once-popular composer who deserves wider recognition. Feature The Essential Marin Alsop Michael Zwiebach - September 8, 2021 In her long conducting career, Alsop has often been first, but she’s also a standout recording star. Music News Dallas Opera’s Stage Directors Are All Women Next Season Janos Gereben - September 7, 2021 A step toward equity is the happy result of choosing the best candidate for each production. Music News Tosca Twosome Switches From Suicide to Marriage Jeff Kaliss - September 7, 2021 An onstage proposal surprises the intended and elates cast, orchestra, and audience alike. Review Vince Mendoza Fuses Politics to the Third Stream Richard S. Ginell - September 7, 2021 The Czech National Symphony Orchestra renders three Mendoza compositions with soprano Julia Bullock and saxophonist Joshua Redman joining in. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 … Next › Next page Last » Last page