Los Angeles

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

Jim Farber - October 7, 2019

Knoxville: Summer of 1915, Jean-Yves Thibaudet’s raucous Gershwin concerto, and Copland’s Appalachian Spring make for a summery opener at Disney Hall.

Richard S. Ginell - October 6, 2019

Christian McBride and Brian Blades join the pianist in an endlessly inventive set of fresh-sounding standards.

Michael Zwiebach - October 3, 2019

Harassment allegations force the legendary singer’s departure.

Michael Zwiebach - October 1, 2019

The orchestra’s chief operating officer moves up to the hot seat.

Jim Farber - October 1, 2019

The rapier-witted, cantankerous, prizewinning classical-music critic for the LA Times died Sept. 29.

Paul Kotapish - October 1, 2019

A critic’s thoughtful essay looks at the recent history and near future of arts journalism.

Tamzin Elliott - September 30, 2019

A big, excellent idea needs more attention to practical details.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 30, 2019

The soprano superstar chats about her wide-ranging projects beyond the limelight of the opera stage.

Richard S. Ginell - September 30, 2019

Anne Sofie von Otter shines in a Berlioz song cycle.

Jim Farber - September 28, 2019

Move over Hollywood, there’s a new 800-pound gorilla on the block.