Reviews

Georgia Rowe - February 10, 2013

The Opera San Jose production of Il trovatore sparks to life in the second half and has its share of rewards.

Jeff Dunn - February 9, 2013

“The Illuminators” program conducted by Joana Carneiro highlights musical associations and narratives with varying success.

Lisa Hirsch - February 8, 2013

In a program apparently designed to show off the glorious Symphony Chorus, this week's Poulenc and Berlioz extravaganza, led in masterly fashion by guest conductor Charles Dutoit, is a majestic occasion.

Ken Iisaka - February 6, 2013

A faculty quintet at the S.F. Conservatory offers a tantalizing hearing of musical style and technique typical of the 19th century.

Brett Campbell - February 6, 2013

The Alarm Will Sound chamber group links up with multitalented composer Derek Bermel for a collaboration that intriguingly breaks down all sorts of walls.

Niels Swinkels - February 4, 2013

The period ensemble New Esterházy Quartet revives music by a prolific Viennese composer/publisher, one Franz Anton Hoffmeister.

Molly Colin - February 3, 2013

Two acclaimed dance ensembles, from San Francisco and Chicago, blend their talents and creative visions.

Janos Gereben - February 3, 2013

The Lamplighters production of one of Gilbert & Sullivan's finest productions ever, Princess Ida, has no weak link, a properly lighthearted approach, brought out by hard work and great talent.

Georgia Rowe - February 3, 2013

Under General Director Mark Streshinsky, the company scored another hit with a new production of L’incoronazione di Poppea (the Coronation of Poppea).

Jason Victor Serinus - February 2, 2013

A performance by Cappella Romana at Bing Hall is capped by an astounding and mesmerizing finale.