Niels Swinkels

Five centuries of musical legacy woven together in one spectacular concert.

Music Director Valery Gergiev showed off an orchestra in peak condition in a concert featuring flashy pianist Denis Matsuev.

Orchestra and conductor were in top form, but Latvian violinist Baiba Skride stole the show.

Together with pianist Piotr Andreszewski and the S.F. Symphony, the Czech conductor honored the premise of the “Pursuit of Passion” program.

The American pianist made child’s play of a notoriously difficult concerto.

With a world premiere and Wojciech Kilar’s Orawa, New Century Chamber Orchestra dazzled in their season opener.

Together with great soloists, the California Chamber Symphony, and an excellent children’s choir, the Society creates a memorable Elijah.

Anthony Reed and John Parr tread the delicate line between power and intimacy.

One of Richard Strauss’s less-performed symphonic poems pairs with Igor Levit’s masterful Schumann performance.

Religious music for the Lenten season, sung with grace and mature expression.