SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Music News Frederica von Stade’s North Star Role for Oakland Continues With “People’s Choir” Janos Gereben - February 1, 2021 The opera legend’s new choral group invites overlooked communities into collaborative music-making to foster a sense of hope and dignity. Music News Drive-In Tosca: Take Two! Paul Kotapish - February 1, 2021 SF Opera’s postponed screenings of the Puccini favorite have been rescheduled for Feb. 12 and 13. Review Nathalie Stutzmann Scales the Contralto Heights Jason Victor Serinus - February 1, 2021 Joined by Orfeo 55 on her latest disc, the ambitious singer/conductor puts her unique stamp on a wide swath of Baroque arias and songs. Review Baritone Will Liverman’s Dreams of a New Day Delivers Protest and Grace Steven Winn - February 1, 2021 Featuring powerful settings of Langston Hughes texts, a new recording with pianist Paul Sánchez highlights a century of works by Black composers. Music News Black Artists Claim a Seat at the Table at Long Beach Opera and LA Opera Michael Zwiebach - January 26, 2021 Both companies announced major appointments to include Black artists in top-level artistic decision-making and in outreach programs. Music News UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance Releases Spring Schedule Peter Feher - January 26, 2021 The season, with many free performances, includes everything from flamenco to Ukrainian folk music to a walk in the park. Preview Dancing at the Drive-In: Dance Camera West on the Big Screen Lou Fancher - January 25, 2021 2021’s Best of the Festival celebrates dance-film premieres from all corners of the world. Review Manuel Barrueco Illuminates Musical Connections Between Cuba and Spain Scott Cmiel - January 25, 2021 A new sonata by Puerto Rican composer Roberto Sierra highlights the Cuban guitarist’s latest disc. Music News SF Ballet’s Grand Jeté Into a New Year of Challenges and Promises Janos Gereben - January 19, 2021 Helgi Tomasson announces his retirement while working tirelessly to present a bold, creative digital season. Review Thomas Kotcheff’s Quiet Revolution in Songs of Insurrection Catherine Womack - January 19, 2021 The pianist brings disciplined expression to Frederic Rzewski’s politically charged ruminations. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 … Next › Next page Last » Last page