SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Music News Long Beach Opera Keeps Its Edge in 2022 Peter Feher - August 17, 2021 The company is pushing the limits again in its exciting new season. Feature Wadada Leo Smith at 80 Richard S. Ginell - August 17, 2021 The jazz legend has two new boxed sets, with much more still to come. Review Long Beach Opera’s Midsummer Nightmare Double Bill Jim Farber - August 16, 2021 The company links song cycles by Arnold Schoenberg and Kate Soper. Review Lise Davidsen Triumphs in Janowski’s Fidelio Jason Victor Serinus - August 16, 2021 But despite the star soprano, the recording has weaknesses. Feature The Essential Yo-Yo Ma Emily Wilson - August 16, 2021 An introduction to some of the very best from the brilliant cellist’s prolific recording career. Artist Spotlight Kevin Simmonds Documents a Lifelong Fascination With Leontyne Price Emily Wilson - August 16, 2021 The author chats about the background and innovative format of The Monster I Am Today, his new book of poetry and verse about the revered diva. Music News Birds in the Moon Alights at The Broad Stage Peter Feher - August 10, 2021 The small-scale opera was part of the NY Philharmonic’s “Bandwagon” series and is now on the West Coast. Artist Spotlight Danielle Agami Goes Gaga With Long Beach Opera’s Pierrot lunaire Victoria Looseleaf - August 9, 2021 A conversation with the artist about choreographing and directing a Schoenberg masterpiece that debuts at The Ford this month. Feature Having a Ball(room) With Paula West Andrew Gilbert - August 9, 2021 The lauded jazz vocalist takes up residence with an all-star combo in Hotel Nikko’s newest music venue. Music News As Merolini Leave Town, Their Performances Remain for the Public Janos Gereben - August 9, 2021 Video captures of outstanding Merola recital programs are available for streaming. The first is online now. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 … Next › Next page Last » Last page