Classical Music Reviews
Every week, our professional critics attend concerts throughout the Bay Area to let you know what went well...and occasionally what didn't. Let their insights enrich your musical experiences, and feel free to share your own views!
Chamber Orchestra/Orchestra REVIEW
March 2, 2014
The performance of Mahler's Third by the S.F. Symphony and MTT — a decades-long partnership that's created the constant challenge of playing against the highest expectations — remains a special occasion.
More about San Francisco Symphony »Festival REVIEW
March 2, 2014
The 5-year-old Hot Air Music Festival’s burgeoning abundance was evident in all the music on tap; old and young alike experiencing the unrivaled charge of new music heard live.
More about San Francisco Conservatory of Music »Chamber Orchestra/Orchestra REVIEW
March 2, 2014
In a performance full of musical suspense Yuri Temirkanov and his Saint Petersburg Philharmonic demonstrated that their musical cards are all aces.
More »Opera REVIEW
February 28, 2014
The Sacramento Opera has taken a vital step in the right direction with Il trovatore, breaking with the drama in company's recent past.
More about Sacramento Opera »Chamber Orchestra/Orchestra REVIEW
February 28, 2014
A great ensemble visits San Francisco for the first time and leaves listeners swooning.
More »Choral REVIEW
February 23, 2014
The American Bach Soloists, conducted with excellence by Jeffrey Thomas program works that demonstrate Bach's mastery of "parody" — making things old new again.
More about American Bach Soloists »Recital REVIEW
February 23, 2014
Schwabacher Debut Recitals are tricky business; singers can be challenged to explore a range of colors and depth of intimacy to which their still-developing technique may not be ideally suited.
More about Schwabacher Debut Recital Series »Chamber Music REVIEW
February 22, 2014
For a young ensemble, the Escher Quartet plays with exceptional sensitivity and refinement.
More »Dance REVIEW
February 22, 2014
It’s rare to see dancers perform not only gorgeously but with such seamless unity as the Cedar Lake Ballet.
More about Cal Performances »Choral REVIEW
February 22, 2014
Superb singing launches the new ensemble Capella SF into the stratosphere of vocal music, as it ranges over the centuries up to today.
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SFCV Previews
- Sat March 8, 2014 4:00pm
- Fri March 21, 2014 8:00pm
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