Reviews

Jessica Balik - August 15, 2017

The vibrant program showcased brilliant new compositions and outstanding musicianship.

Joe Cadagin - August 15, 2017

Libby Larsen’s operatic adaptation of Shelley is less than riveting in a confusing production.

Steven Winn - August 14, 2017

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

Michael Zwiebach - August 8, 2017

Martín y Soler’s jaunty farce makes an un-edgy interlude in West Edge Opera’s festival season.

Lisa Hirsch - August 7, 2017

No disruption here: Music Director Cristian Mačelaru first concerts at Cabrillo have a familiar vibe.

Steven Winn - August 7, 2017

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

Joe Cadagin - August 7, 2017

In a concert featuring a wide range of subjects and inspiration, the older works fared best.

Steven Winn - August 4, 2017

Stellar ensemble work and strong vocal performances make magic with Rossini’s fairy tale.

David Bratman - August 4, 2017

In a concert ostensibly about expressionism, the surprise was Kreisler’s 1919 string quartet.

Nicholas Jones - July 27, 2017

Samuel Pepys’s diary provides the links for a program of music from 17th-century London.