New Music

Jessica Balik - August 7, 2018

Fascinating compositions and understated virtuosity transcend the program’s ambiguous concept.

Joe Cadagin - August 7, 2018

Dan Dediu’s eccentric Grana rises above an otherwise staid program.

Lily O'Brien - July 27, 2018

A new opera, based on historical records, brings the life of the exotic dancer to the West Edge Opera stage.

David Bratman - July 9, 2018

A commissioned piece from the Bridge Piano Quartet and composer Chad Channon doesn’t work in its San Jose venue.

Lou Fancher - June 25, 2018

Creativity blossoms within architectural wonders at the annual solstice event in Oakland's Chapel of the Chimes.

Jim Farber - June 18, 2018

A dedicated ensemble playing unique instruments presents rarely performed microtonal works by Harry Partch and Ben Johnston.

Jim Farber - June 12, 2018

Patricia Kopatchinskaja strives to undo comfortable concertgoing rituals with exciting, dramatic gestures.

Lou Fancher - June 11, 2018

The 36th San Francisco Jazz Festival offers a diverse range of musical acts from all walks of jazz life.

Richard S. Ginell - June 5, 2018

The virtuoso violinist brings her relentless curiosity and unbridled passion for new music to the pioneering festival.

Steven Winn - May 22, 2018

The West Coast premiere of Philip Glass’s Third Piano Concerto dominates the program.