Jeff Kaliss

The renowned conductor is in town for Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich with the S.F. Symphony.

The former associate principal bassist focuses on jazz these days, but his classical roots still nourish his music.

Composer and scholar Carman Moore talks with SFCV about Scott Joplin and his overarching influence on all aspects of American music.

We talk with the Italian polymath about taking on new musical directorships and creating his signature line of perfumes.

The latest work by Lisa Mezzacappa is being performed at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, and imagines the frontiers of science in musical terms.

Performances, conducting, and teaching are keeping this 69-year-old young.

The composer/pianist talks about the origins of her Grammy-winning The Thompson Fields, her work pushing for a fair deal from music streaming companies, and working with David Bowie.

Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s rhythmically vital composition anchors Music Director Michael Morgan’s exploration of Native American concert music.

As active as ever, the 70-year-old has his hands full with new projects and supporting his younger colleagues.

The adventurous company steps into the breach with a new festival featuring new operatic works in development.