SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Feature When the Star Cancels, Opera History Is Made Lisa Hirsch - September 7, 2022 Many of the most memorable performances of the last century were given by a different singer than the one initially planned. Music News Ready or Not for Season 100? SF Opera Is Raring to Go Janos Gereben - September 7, 2022 Budget concerns, ticket sales, and continued COVID precautions are major questions not just in the Bay Area but for arts organizations everywhere. Review Jonathan Tetelman Sings Like the Greats Jason Victor Serinus - September 7, 2022 The young tenor stakes his claim with a new recital album ahead of his appearance this fall with SF Opera. Preview Step Into a Better Future With Choreographer Emily Johnson Victoria Looseleaf - September 2, 2022 Being Future Being, the latest dance work from Johnson and company, premieres at Santa Monica’s BroadStage and will involve the community. Feature The Essential Luciano Pavarotti Michael Zwiebach - August 30, 2022 Opera fans might ask, “Which Pavarotti recordings aren’t essential?” But here’s our list anyway. Feature Alone, Alan Bergman Carries on an American Songwriting Tradition Andrew Gilbert - August 29, 2022 The venerable lyricist is in a new creative chapter, continuing the work he had always done in collaboration with his late wife Marilyn. Artist Spotlight Amina Edris Comes Into Her Own With Cleopatra Lisa Houston - August 29, 2022 The soprano, who’s creating the role in John Adams’s new work at SF Opera, chats with SFCV about approaching a legendary character. Preview Figaro Visits India in Opera San José’s New Production Lou Fancher - August 29, 2022 Set in the British Raj, this Marriage of Figaro features Indian folk dance to Mozart’s music and much more. Review Time for Three’s Jam Session at the Symphony Jason Victor Serinus - August 29, 2022 The trio draws on classical training and Americana stylings for this album with The Philadelphia Orchestra. Review The Alluring, Sometimes Mind-Bending Symphonies of Per Nørgård Richard S. Ginell - August 29, 2022 The leading Danish composer turned 90 this year, and these major works capture a lifetime of musical evolution. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 … Next › Next page Last » Last page