Features

Michael Zwiebach - June 20, 2013

Beach days are here, even in Northern California. And with it arrives the first of our beach playlists.

Jeff Kaliss - June 18, 2013

Many of the Bay Area’s classical stars, as well as a number of other musicians, have recorded music at Skywalker Ranch, under expert producer Leslie Ann Jones. Here’s a peek inside the studio in action on a new, independent project.

Michael Zwiebach - June 13, 2013

When the light grows longer in summer, and it becomes harder for kids (and adults) to go to sleep on time, a little quiet music can do the trick.

Mark MacNamara - June 13, 2013

At the Ethnic Dance Festival this weekend, the illustrious Tibetan opera company Chaksam-Pa will perform, and continue in its tradition of building bridges.

SFCV Staff - June 12, 2013

EMI Records is offering the track "Besame Mucho" from Los Pájaros Perdidos for SFCV users to enjoy.

Brett Campbell - June 11, 2013

The 2013 Ojai Festival conjured by Mark Morris celebrated the music of Lou Harrison, now recognized as one of the greatest 20th-century American composers.

Michael Zwiebach - June 6, 2013

From Hans Christian Andersen to the Grimm brothers, 19th-century Europeans were vastly interested in fairytales. For this playlist we turn to pieces that are directly inspired by folk tales.

Mark MacNamara - June 6, 2013

Keith Terry makes music with, and on, his body. He has also seen the uncanny power of synchronizing his body with music and with other people’s rhythms.

Mark MacNamara - June 6, 2013

There’s more music in a Pixar movie than you might think, as Marin Symphony’s principal violist, Jenny Douglass, can attest.

SFCV Staff - June 5, 2013

EMI Records is offering the track "You're Sensational" from The John Wilson Orchestra's album That's Entertainment.