Features

Mark MacNamara - February 28, 2012

The Sphinx Organization is having slow but steady success in introducing classical music to underserved African-Americans and Latinos, and in the process is helping to further integrate American orchestras.

Janos Gereben - February 28, 2012

Music in Old-Timey Frisco

Color lithograph cover for Harry Armstrong's 1909 hit tune

Collect yourself, Gentle Reader, when confronted by the forbidden nickname.

Jeff Kaliss - February 21, 2012

A world-renowned college of Indian music in the North Bay continues to share the treasures of North Indian classical music.

Janos Gereben - February 21, 2012

Master Teacher Ulloa: 'Guardian Angel of Singers'

César Ulloa Photo by Washburn Imagery
César Ullo
Michael Zwiebach - February 20, 2012

The funding of arts organizations needs a radical rethink, if we want them to survive and thrive.

Janos Gereben - February 18, 2012

Todd Donovan, 41, died Monday of complications from a brain tumor. A multi-talented musician, he sang baritone roles, including some major ones; played the saxophone; and produced and performed in benefit recitals across the U.S. and notably in the Bay Area.

Steven Winn - February 17, 2012

For years, Bach muddied the waters of the “authentic” version of his St. Matthew Passion, but now American Bach Soloists will clarify certain things.

Maria Goodavage - February 14, 2012

Do dogs dig Debussy? Some preliminary research has resulted in a line of recordings that is fast becoming the latest must-have pooch product.