Chamber Music

Mark MacNamara - March 21, 2017

Ensemble for These Times presents a show grounded in a call-and-response piece to Picasso’s famous painting.

Steven Winn - March 20, 2017

A radiant performance of Pergolesi’s masterwork eclipses the balance of the program.

Jessica Balik - March 20, 2017

An inspired collaboration between the New Century Chamber Orchestra and Chanticleer features Franco-American themes.

Rebecca Wishnia - March 7, 2017

The student-run Hot Air Festival at S.F. Conservatory is always fresh, with a few highlights for new music fans.

Lou Fancher - March 7, 2017

Jennifer Higdon’s Piano Trio is just one highlight in a strong program from the Gold Coast Chamber Players.

Lucy Caplan - March 7, 2017

The cellist’s Forward Music Project brings social issues affecting women to the fore.

Steven Winn - February 28, 2017

The plight of Appalachian coal miners is revealed through powerful music and stark imagery.

Lily O'Brien - February 28, 2017

The Greek Chamber Music Project showcases modern music inspired by traditional folk sources.

Lou Fancher - February 16, 2017

Composer Julia Wolfe melds the refined and the vernacular into new music.

Jeff Kaliss - February 14, 2017

Performances, conducting, and teaching are keeping this 69-year-old young.