Artist Spotlights

Victoria Looseleaf - July 11, 2019

The acclaimed violinist shares how she lives with music, rather than trying to conquer it.

Jeff Kaliss - July 8, 2019

The rising New Zealand conductor talks about taking the podium with the SF Symphony this month.

Lily O'Brien - July 6, 2019

The electric harpist talks about her unusual trio and their bold new sound.

Lou Fancher - July 6, 2019

The intrepid choreographer talks about her upcoming project at ODC, new initiatives, and a career spent breaking boundaries.

Lily O'Brien - July 6, 2019

The couple presents Musto’s comedic opera, Bastianello, at Festival Napa Valley.

Jeff Kaliss - July 6, 2019

The one-time Bay Area prodigy returns to the festival for a second year as performer/ coach (and new dad).

Victoria Looseleaf - June 15, 2019

The violinist, MacArthur Fellow, and founder of Street Symphony gets philosophical in an in-depth interview.

Lily O'Brien - June 14, 2019

The bassist’s latest piece is a tribute to his Sephardic ancestors.

Lily O'Brien - June 7, 2019

The young conductor muses on his time in San Francisco and about what’s next.

Victoria Looseleaf - June 7, 2019

The busy pianist makes time for listening to partners and connecting the dots in music.