Features

Jim Farber - September 14, 2021

As performances return, musicians have to be prepared for the stresses of the job. Here’s how they do it.

Michael Zwiebach - September 8, 2021

In her long conducting career, Alsop has often been first, but she’s also a standout recording star.

Bill Doggett - September 2, 2021

Harry Pace’s recording company publicized important artists but faced impossible hurdles.

Andrew Gilbert - August 30, 2021

A tribute to Wayne Shorter’s work makes room for tunes by Dave Balakrishnan and others.

Paul Kotapish - August 24, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of the streaming edition of the annual SFCV readers’ poll.

Peter Feher - August 24, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of the streaming edition of the annual SFCV readers’ poll.

Jeff Kaliss - August 24, 2021

The local scene develops a lot of jazz talent. Meet a pair of players who are ready for bigger challenges.

Richard S. Ginell - August 17, 2021

The jazz legend has two new boxed sets, with much more still to come.

Emily Wilson - August 16, 2021

An introduction to some of the very best from the brilliant cellist’s prolific recording career.

Tom Jacobs - August 10, 2021

2021­–2022 will see a huge jump in minority representation on orchestral concert schedules. Some leaders say that change is here to stay.