SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Review Third Coast Percussion Highlights a Unique Perspective Lev Mamuya - April 9, 2024 The group’s collaboration with electronic musician Jlin anchors a riveting L.A. show. Artist Spotlight A New Horizon for Composer Derrick Skye Tom Jacobs - April 8, 2024 With an upcoming premiere at Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Skye continues the multicultural musical exploration he’s become known for. Feature Salastina Steps Out of the Concert Hall and Into the Community Victoria Looseleaf - April 8, 2024 Whether it’s through food, fun, or conversation, the L.A. chamber organization has figured out some key ways to connect with audiences. Review MTT Harks Back to His Youth With All-Russian Concert at the LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - April 2, 2024 The conductor’s illness has not dulled his musicianship or memory. Preview Up Close at LA Opera’s La traviata Victoria Looseleaf - April 1, 2024 As Flora, mezzo-soprano Sarah Saturnino, one of the company’s young artists, brings her background as an intimacy director to the production. Music News Jerusalem Youth Chorus Has the Building Blocks for Peace Michael Zwiebach - March 26, 2024 The cross-cultural chorus, now touring America, shows how to break down barriers and foster empathy in traditionally divided communities. Review John Adams Leads the LA Phil in a Modern American Showcase Lev Mamuya - March 26, 2024 Aaron Diehl shines in Timo Andres’s new piano concerto, while the orchestra’s principals solo in music by Adams and Aaron Copland. Preview Backhausdance Does Orange County Proud Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2024 The contemporary-dance troupe returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre this week with a homegrown program. Review Victor Wooten’s Fascinating Electric Bass Concerto at the LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - March 19, 2024 The jazz-funk bassist has created a striking and entertaining work. Feature Rising to the Occasion With Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Victoria Looseleaf - March 19, 2024 The revered company tours the West Coast this month and next, and every performance promises to be a major event. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 … Next › Next page Last » Last page