San Francisco

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

Richard S. Ginell - May 24, 2021

The new disc features intense, three-way musical discussions based on two decades’ worth of Iyer themes.

Ben Kutner - May 17, 2021

Two recent recordings by Icelandic composers bring light to a dark landscape.

Steven Winn - May 17, 2021

The company’s annual Snapshot Festival provided a look at works in development, and also a preview of what the summer festival at the Bruns Amphitheater will be like.

Janos Gereben - May 17, 2021

Notes on what will and what might happen on opera stages here and around the country.

Emily Wilson - May 17, 2021

Our primer on great performances by the transcendent singer/composer.

Michael Zwiebach - May 11, 2021

The new works festival will be outdoors at the Bruns Amphitheater.

Janos Gereben - May 11, 2021

The company will present seven Helgi Tomasson dances after its traditional Nutcracker run in December.

Andrew Gilbert - May 11, 2021

A San Francisco jazz vocalist takes a deep dive into the Nigerian superstar’s songbook.

Ben Kutner - May 8, 2021

Angèle Dubeau’s Immersion highlights the violin’s modern side.

Richard S. Ginell - May 8, 2021

Pianist Karl Larson, a frequent collaborator with the composer, makes the most of these languid, idiosyncratic sketches.