Reviews

Thomas Busse - March 12, 2013

In a wildly entertaining, beautifully played program, the virtuosic early-music group Cançonièr brings to life one of the medieval period’s stranger social phenomena.

Steven Winn - March 11, 2013

A recital by Nathan Gunn, which figured to be a choice evening, fell considerably short of expectations, mired in a murky middle ground.

Jeff Dunn - March 11, 2013

The commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising proves an illuminating context for works reflecting a human response to war and the Holocaust.

Jeff Kaliss - March 11, 2013

Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble presents an exotic and yet warmly familiar musical smorgasbord that has broad appeal.

Janos Gereben - March 9, 2013

The S.F. Symphony musicians give it their all in a compelling performance featuring pianist star Yuja Wang.

Niels Swinkels - March 6, 2013

In an emotion-filled tribute, violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and pianist Lambert Orkis dazzle with their artistry.

Michelle Dulak Thomson - March 6, 2013

Even with orchestra coming to the fore in Brahms’ violin concerto, Lisa Batiashvili struts her magnificent stuff.

Ken Iisaka - March 5, 2013

Is this fine young pianist pushing (or being pushed) too hard? A bewildering mix of excellence and vulgarity were uncomfortably placed side by side in Saturday’s recital.

Niels Swinkels - March 5, 2013

A rare outing for two unusual instruments sets apart American Bach Soloists’ splendid performance, with soloists Elizabeth Blumenstock and Debra Nagy.

Maggee VanSpeybroeck - March 4, 2013

A range of women composers take center stage in S.F. Choral Artists’ latest program.