SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review PBO’s Saul Is a Perfect Fit for Nicholas McGegan Jason Victor Serinus - July 6, 2020 Heading a fine cast, McGegan leads an all-out, theatrical, and musically detailed performance of Handel’s oratorio. Artist Spotlight Alisa Rose Fiddles on the Cusp Lou Fancher - July 6, 2020 The S.F. violinist/composer talks about balancing classical music with bluegrass on her new CD with Nashville mandolin wizard Tristan Scroggins. Feature Of Sorrow, Revelations, Joy, and Hope Janice Berman - July 6, 2020 Hope Boykin carries on the important work of dancing, creating, and sharing, even as the dance stages and studios are shuttered. Review Online Hamilton Is a Superb Bargain at the Right Time Janos Gereben - July 6, 2020 Disney+ released the remarkable film version of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s blockbuster musical earlier than planned, and we should all be grateful. Review Ludovico Einaudi’s 12 Songs From Home Is Gloriously Low-Tech Lou Fancher - July 3, 2020 The Italian composer/pianist recorded his moving, tuneful originals on an iPhone. Feature The Past Has Presence: Latin Jazz Presses On Jeff Kaliss - June 30, 2020 A musical lineage that decisively influenced 20th-century music looks to continue in its own key. Music News SF Opera and Merola Program Reinvent Their Summer Season Janos Gereben - June 30, 2020 Look for streaming performances from the canceled operas and online chats with SFO luminaries and guests. Artist Spotlight Stretching Out With Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah Lou Fancher - June 30, 2020 The award-winning trumpeter, composer, and designer shares his vision for the future of music, culture, and social justice in America. Feature Concert Life Begins to Rise From the Ashes Jim Farber - June 29, 2020 Organizations are figuring out ways to present concerts while maintaining pandemic restrictions. Review A Winning Goat Rodeo Sequel With Yo-Yo Ma and Chris Thile Steven Winn - June 28, 2020 Ma reunites with a trio of expert bluegrass players on a new CD. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 … Next › Next page Last » Last page