Steven Winn

The American master’s turbulent, challenging music arouses powerful responses.

Alasdair Neale and Marin Symphony offer a vivid program of Tchaikovsky, Barber, and Mussorgsky.

Michael Morgan, orchestra, and soloists convey a persuasive interpretation of Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 15.

Strong soloists and Nicholas McGegan and Philharmonia Baroque gave their all in a flawed work.

The gifted mezzo-soprano conveyed the hits and some lesser surprises with grace and musicality.

In a tribute to Bernstein’s centenary, San Francisco Symphony features the composer in theatrical mode.

The intimate venue and well-chosen program prove a good match for the charming baritone in this inaugural matinee.

The innovative company’s anachronistic La Circe is a zany take on a wild opera.

A.B.S. Academy participants show their stuff in an assured performance.

Stellar performances outshine ungainly production choices and the limitations of the opera itself.