Reviews

Rebecca Wishnia - November 16, 2015

Festival Opera explored Indian cultural narratives with two noteworthy chamber operas at the Oakland Cultural Center.

Steven Winn - November 16, 2015

The Greek violinist joined the S.F. Symphony for an all-Sibelius segment of the program, which also included Schumann’s Symphony No. 3.

Steven Winn - November 12, 2015

It was the lesser-known of three piano quintets that shone in an inspired performance.

Joe Cadagin - November 10, 2015

Composer Amy Beth Kirsten has provided Volti with the right kind of challenge: one that takes the audience on an electrifying journey.

Jessica Balik - November 10, 2015

The ensemble joined students from Aragon High School in the West Coast premiere of Thomas Trachsel’s The Apocalyptic.

Giacomo Fiore - November 10, 2015

The 31-member ensemble started its residency at UC Berkeley with a performance at Hertz Hall.

Jim Farber - November 9, 2015

The Industry once again creates an entirely novel, unrepeatable, music-theater experience.

Janice Berman - November 9, 2015

The singer takes center stage with the company for the world premiere of The Propelled Heart.

Niels Swinkels - November 4, 2015

The chorus joined the early music ensemble in honoring 17th-century female composers.

Joe Cadagin - November 2, 2015

A technical tour-de-force of a duo recital focusing on Ades’ own music and influences.