Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

Jim Farber - December 18, 2018

The long running L.A. chamber series plays Music for 18 Musicians for the first time.

Jim Farber - December 16, 2018

Physically frail but alert as ever, the 82-year-old conducted a dashing all-Brahms concert.

Jim Farber - December 4, 2018

A new opera by Ellen Reid and Roxie Perkins explores the lasting effects of sexual trauma.

Richard S. Ginell - December 3, 2018

His masterful setting of a Carl Sandburg poem highlights the first concert of MTT’s two-week residency in Los Angeles.

Jim Farber - November 29, 2018

Pianist Gloria Cheng celebrates the late composer at Piano Spheres.

Jim Farber - November 20, 2018

Young performers share the limelight with the eclectic ensemble’s regulars.

Richard S. Ginell - November 20, 2018

Grant Gershon leads a program pairing Bach with an Indian-inspired West Coast premiere from Reena Esmail.

Jim Farber - November 20, 2018

Los Angeles Opera offers an alternative fairy tale for the holidays.

Richard S. Ginell - November 19, 2018

Fives hours of performances — from Berio to Yoko Ono — make for a fun, irresistible evening.

Jim Farber - November 17, 2018

The composer’s new opera was four years in the making, but it’s right up to date.