Artist Spotlights

Jeff Kaliss - February 17, 2018

The composer talks about his musical influences, the role of electronics in his writing, and sharing the limelight with his celebrated father.

Jeff Kaliss - February 2, 2018

She’s conducted symphonies, Sting’s backing orchestra, and live movie scores, which she’s currently doing with the S.F. Symphony.

Jeff Kaliss - February 1, 2018

Counting Sheep melds Ukrainian folk traditions, liturgical music, revolutionary songs, and street theater into a multimedia “Guerilla Folk Opera.”

Jeff Kaliss - January 22, 2018

In Ned Rothenberg’s Beyond C, the Paul Dresher Ensemble revisits Terry Riley’s iconic In C.

Lou Fancher - January 9, 2018

The Palo Alto native talks about his compositions, aspirations, and upcoming performances in the S.F. Performances’ PIVOT series.

Jeff Kaliss - December 7, 2017

The virtuoso pianist draws on both his Cuban roots and jazz influences in a solo performance.

Richard S. Ginell - November 28, 2017

The noted conductor talks about his mentor, colleague, and friend Leonard Bernstein, and about his own adventures on the podium.

Lou Fancher - November 15, 2017

The rising soprano reflects on her evolution as a singer and on preparing for her upcoming role in Girls of the Golden West.

Lou Fancher - November 10, 2017

The mezzo-soprano, soon to appear in Girls of the Golden West, is poised to take on big challenges in art and life.

Jeff Kaliss - November 6, 2017

The singer is part of a dream cast of young, powerful singers slated for the premiere of Girls of the Golden West.