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Opera Review
August 19, 2019
Merola 2019 Bids Farewell With Grand Finale
BY Janos Gereben

Nuanced power characterizes the expert renditions of challenging works by these accomplished Merolini.

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SF Opera 2019 Fall Season Evokes a Long, Proud History
August 12, 2019
SF Opera 2019 Fall Season Evokes a Long, Proud History
BY Janos Gereben
Classic operas, favorite artists, and a few innovations highlight the upcoming roster.
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West Bay Opera’s All-Verdi Season Set for 2019–2020
August 12, 2019
West Bay Opera’s All-Verdi Season Set for 2019–2020
BY Janos Gereben
Look for soprano Christina Major in two lead roles.
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The Voice Has a Big Presence in MTT’s Farewell Season
July 29, 2019
The Voice Has a Big Presence in MTT’s Farewell Season
BY Janos Gereben
Sasha Cooke and Julia Bullock are artists-in-residence in a year that sees vocal and choral music take pride of place.
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Chamber Music Review
July 29, 2019
[email protected] Continues to Cast a Magic Spell
BY Janos Gereben

A sublime reading of Josef Suk’s piano quartet transcends time and place.

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Stern Grove Leadership Changes, Family Remains in Charge
July 23, 2019
Stern Grove Leadership Changes, Family Remains in Charge
BY Janos Gereben
A tour of the park’s legacy reveals a dynasty continuously renewing its generous gift to San Francisco’s music and nature lovers.
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Left Coast Chamber Ensemble’s Ostinato: Mixing New and Old
July 22, 2019
Left Coast Chamber Ensemble’s Ostinato: Mixing New and Old
BY Janos Gereben
Look for premieres from Kurt Rohde, Karen Tanaka, and John Schott, among others.
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Opera Review
July 15, 2019
Young Singers Offer Operatic Delights in Merola’s Schwabacher Summer Concert
BY Janos Gereben

A Strauss rarity is the surprise standout in a concert studded with great performances.

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Opera Champion Marcus L. Overton Dies at 75
July 14, 2019
Opera Champion Marcus L. Overton Dies at 75
BY Janos Gereben
The actor and arts director was known for his acerbic wit and wide-ranging interests, skills, and passions.
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Russian Immigrant Family Puts on Concert to Benefit Harmony Project
July 9, 2019
Russian Immigrant Family Puts on Concert to Benefit Harmony Project
BY Janos Gereben
The Khalikulovs perform Russian classics July 13 to boost the esteemed music-education program.
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Musical Theater Review
July 8, 2019
SF Playhouse’s Cabaret Is a Musical Gem
BY Janos Gereben

Top-notch sound and production bring out the best in a solid cast of singers.

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<em>Fiddler</em> Opens 39th SF Jewish Film Festival
July 6, 2019
Fiddler Opens 39th SF Jewish Film Festival
BY Janos Gereben
Keep an ear out for The Mamboniks, which explores the Catskill/Cuban-music connection.
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SF Ballet’s Off-Season Is Busy With Leaps and Bounds
July 2, 2019
SF Ballet’s Off-Season Is Busy With Leaps and Bounds
BY Janos Gereben
On the heels of an acclaimed run in London, the company announces promotions and new dancers.
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SF Symphony Youth Orchestra Conquers Europe
July 1, 2019
SF Symphony Youth Orchestra Conquers Europe
BY Janos Gereben
Standing ovations and rave reviews honor one of the Bay Area’s best exports.
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MTT Surgery a “Complete Success”
June 24, 2019
MTT Surgery a “Complete Success”
BY Janos Gereben
The conductor is recovering comfortably.
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All the Women Conductors in San Francisco Opera and Symphony History
June 24, 2019
All the Women Conductors in San Francisco Opera and Symphony History
BY Janos Gereben
A little list that should be longer.
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Berkeley Symphony’s Tradition of Exploration Continues
June 18, 2019
Berkeley Symphony’s Tradition of Exploration Continues
BY Janos Gereben
The new season already bears the influence of incoming music director Joseph Young.
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Philanthropist Diane Wilsey Steps Down From Museum Leadership
June 11, 2019
Philanthropist Diane Wilsey Steps Down From Museum Leadership
BY Janos Gereben
An important donor to S.F. Opera and S.F. Ballet, she has also been a pivotal figure in the history of S.F.’s fine arts museums.
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Sold-Out Opera America Conference in San Francisco
June 10, 2019
Sold-Out Opera America Conference in San Francisco
BY Janos Gereben
There’s lots to talk about as usual for the industry as it adapts to cultural shifts and withstands fiscal challenges.
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Michael Tilson Thomas Takes Medical Leave
June 4, 2019
Michael Tilson Thomas Takes Medical Leave
BY Janos Gereben
The conductor misses the season’s final subscription concerts but will be back on the podium in September.
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