Artist Spotlights

Lisa Houston - July 2, 2018

The famed Broadway singer joins the S.F. Symphony for Independence Day celebrations.

Lily O'Brien - June 26, 2018

The sitar virtuoso returns to the Bay Area in July. She shares stories of her fabled upbringing, finding her own path, and her efforts to support refugees.

Lou Fancher - June 19, 2018

The concert pianist offers insights into his haunted early years, his controversial book, and the transformational power of music.

Lisa Houston - June 14, 2018

The baritone is hitting his prime and working harder than ever.

Lisa Houston - June 11, 2018

The dramatic soprano talks about singing Brünnhilde in S.F. Opera's upcoming Ring Cycle.

Jeff Kaliss - June 5, 2018

The lauded standup comic and actor has a new album of jazz takes on David Bowie songs.

Richard S. Ginell - June 5, 2018

The virtuoso violinist brings her relentless curiosity and unbridled passion for new music to the pioneering festival.

Jeff Kaliss - May 15, 2018

The violinist has been in the public spotlight for many years but retains his youthful enthusiasm.

Jeffery S. McMillan - April 29, 2018

The dramatic soprano is bringing her highly praised interpretation of Brünnhilde to San Francisco for June's Ring of the Nibelung performances.

Jeff Kaliss - April 9, 2018

The conductor brings Apollo's Fire to Cal Performances and talks about her career and the ensemble she founded.