Reviews

Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble presents an exotic and yet warmly familiar musical smorgasbord that has broad appeal.

The S.F. Symphony musicians give it their all in a compelling performance featuring pianist star Yuja Wang.

In an emotion-filled tribute, violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and pianist Lambert Orkis dazzle with their artistry.

Even with orchestra coming to the fore in Brahms’ violin concerto, Lisa Batiashvili struts her magnificent stuff.

Is this fine young pianist pushing (or being pushed) too hard? A bewildering mix of excellence and vulgarity were uncomfortably placed side by side in Saturday’s recital.

A rare outing for two unusual instruments sets apart American Bach Soloists’ splendid performance, with soloists Elizabeth Blumenstock and Debra Nagy.

A range of women composers take center stage in S.F. Choral Artists’ latest program.

Playing the works of composers who were also instrumentalists, guitarist David Russell proves to be their masterful advocate.

Other Minds Festival finishes its season with a flurry of improv, video, electroacoustic works, and reams of imagination.

The Secret Garden, a joint presentation by the S.F. Opera and Cal Performances, introduces opera to children and families with visuals and performances key to its success.