Los Angeles

Vocal performances are the strong suit in the fledgling company’s inaugural production.

A fine, crisp performance with an ensemble not quite the size of the “Symphony of a Thousand.”

The orchestral portion of LA Phil’s third-annual new-music marathon played it too safe.

The composer’s The Central Park Five premieres at Long Beach Opera on June 15.

The Canadian soprano/conductor talks about her approach to directing this year’s festival and about balancing her dual roles.

Selections from Lutosławski to Mozart provide a reverse history of the instrument.

Baritone Matthias Goerne stands out in a quartet of strong soloists.

The LA Phil stages a “staggeringly ambitious production” of the groundbreaking opera.

The tireless conductor explains his enduring love for Verdi, how he plans an L.A. Opera season with Domingo, and why Mozart is a healing force.

The world premiere suffers from an overabundance of themes, creative voices, and rain.