Chamber Music

Ken Iisaka - October 18, 2016

The fortepianist’s improvisations, and the orchestra’s less muscular approach resulted in a Beethoven quite different from the mighty thunderer of legend.

Steven Winn - October 17, 2016

Pianist Jonathan Biss curates an evening of late period Beethoven at San Francisco Performances.

Jeff Kaliss - October 14, 2016

The Grammy-winning violinist will join SFCO to premiere his Concerto for Jazz Violin and Orchestra.

Edward Ortiz - October 11, 2016

Eight different composers, four musicians, 2,000 pictures of America, one enthralling experience.

Ken Iisaka - October 11, 2016

The Iranian-American virtuoso transcended expectations in a challenging program that ranged from the traditional to the cutting edge.

Lily O'Brien - October 11, 2016

Marin Symphony’s new executive director reflects on the latest venture in his wide-ranging career.

Rebecca Wishnia - October 11, 2016

Unusual instrumental techniques highlight gorgeous soundscapes in a varied program of new music.

Steven Winn - October 11, 2016

Standout vocal performances and attention to musical details do full justice to Bach’s spiritual masterwork.

Jim Farber - October 4, 2016

A 12-hour event, “Noon to Midnight,” showcases the city’s new music scene.

David Bratman - October 3, 2016

In a marathon program, five performers find distinctly different musical expression in the composer’s piano studies.