Recital

Sergio and Odair Assad have been the preeminent classical guitar duo of the last 40 years, having set the standard for technical excellence, sensitive musicianship, and innovative repertoire choices.

Old First Concerts has a sharp eye for artists who are on the edge of stardom, which is what makes this low-priced concert series so successful.

Steven Isserlis performing all of Beethoven’s cello music is a treat; his doing it in company with fortepianist Robert Levin promises to be an adventure.

There isn’t a concert in the Quartet’s 2012 lineup that I’d want to miss.

Those who have been waiting to hear this marvelous soprano live will finally get their wish.

Piercingly beautiful songs by Mahler and Shostakovich could make for one of the more profound recitals of this or any season.

It will certainly be one of the most memorable live performances of classical music of the season.

Keep an open mind, enjoy the ride.

he opportunity to hear two great pros, the divinely voiced Karita Mattila in partnership with master accompanist Martin Katz, is irresistible.

Chopin, and nothing but, comes to San Jose, courtesy of an accomplished young pianist with a heavy foot on the pedals.