San Francisco

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

Janos Gereben - January 19, 2021

Helgi Tomasson announces his retirement while working tirelessly to present a bold, creative digital season.

Catherine Womack - January 19, 2021

The pianist brings disciplined expression to Frederic Rzewski’s politically charged ruminations.

Lou Fancher - January 18, 2021

The bicoastal dance company premieres a new work Jan. 29–30.

Richard S. Ginell - January 18, 2021

Dawn Upshaw, Gilbert Kalish, and Sō Percussion record Shaw’s Americana-steeped song cycle.

Janice Berman - January 18, 2021

The company’s virtual gala offers fresh reminders of its ongoing strengths and tantalizing glimpses of great things to come.

Paul Kotapish - January 12, 2021

A new nonprofit connects singers and instrumentalists with advanced instructional and coaching materials via a low-cost, online platform.

Andrew Gilbert - January 12, 2021

The pandemic has taken a cruel toll on jazz artists and venues around the globe.

Peter Feher - January 12, 2021

As the coronavirus surge reaches yet another peak, the entertainment industry and music organizations extend a production hiatus.

Jason Victor Serinus - January 11, 2021

Tenor Isaí Jess Muñoz and pianist Oksana Glouchko reveal lovely and unusual art songs.

Richard S. Ginell - January 11, 2021

The composer’s latest dramatic oratorio portrays the story of Jesus from a Jewish perspective.