Women in Music

Richard S. Ginell - October 7, 2024

The world premiere of Ortiz’s new concerto for cellist Alisa Weilerstein pairs with Mendelssohn’s music to A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Yoshi Kato - October 7, 2024

The Japanese musical icon speaks with SFCV about why she stayed away from the Golden State for so long.

Janos Gereben - October 1, 2024

With a new executive director at the helm, the organization is preparing for another busy year of concerts and collaborations in the Bay Area.

Nicholas Jones - October 1, 2024

 At Cal Performances, Grevious captivates with her musical advocacy for Beethoven’s “Kreutzer” — or rather, “Bridgetower” — Sonata.

Layna Chianakas - September 23, 2024

Livermore Valley Opera Artistic Director Erie Mills and soprano Véronique Filloux love La fille du régiment for different reasons.

Emily Wilson - September 20, 2024

Ahead of her Cal Performances debut, the Avery Fisher Career Grant winner talks about her big breaks and career so far.

Emily Wilson - September 10, 2024

Mezzo-soprano Irene Roberts and conductor Karen Kamensek are up for the challenges of Poul Ruders’s music and Margaret Atwood’s story.

Andrew Gilbert - September 9, 2024

Percussionist Haruka Fujii is spearheading a new series with space for everything from chamber music to craft beer.

Victoria Looseleaf - August 24, 2024

The celebrated Mexican singer-songwriter chats with SFCV ahead of her concerts with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil.

Andrew Gilbert - August 24, 2024

Vibraphone players are coming to the fore as bandleaders and composers, a trend that’s now set to take over San Francisco.