San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Janos Gereben - January 2, 2019

Donald Pippin’s clever concept will invigorate classic operas by Donizetti, Smetana, Puccini, Offenbach, and Rossini.

Jeffery S. McMillan - December 26, 2018

A longtime collector’s legacy is still being unpacked at The Musical Offering.

Jeff Kaliss - December 18, 2018

The startling 15-year-old pianist headlines four nights at Miner Auditorium, and still has some growing to do.

Andrew Gilbert - December 17, 2018

The all-star quintet improvises its way through an evening of sparkling pancultural music.

Peter Feher - December 11, 2018

West Edge Opera and Earplay offer the third edition of their highly praised festival.

Janos Gereben - December 11, 2018

The holiday tradition is an essential boost to the coffers for ballet companies.

Charles Shere - December 11, 2018

The Romanian composer’s intriguing music is stifled by the heavy production in the Dutch National Opera’s Œdipe.

Steven Winn - December 10, 2018

A powerhouse concert showcases the impressive range of talent and accomplishment in the class of 2018.

Andrew Gilbert - December 8, 2018

Crackerjack ensembles provide terrific live music for Cirque du Soleil and Circus Bella — both in town now.

Steven Winn - December 7, 2018

The school’s Music Theater Ensemble tackles a Brecht/Weill classic.