A Dutch early-instrument orchestra and choir give a fine rendition of a Bach Mass, despite the hall’s acoustic limitations.
Brilliance and “guts” define the work of a cello soloist and a period-instrument orchestra.
Two sterling violinists “mess about” with Bach, producing interesting but mixed results.
Songs by guitarist Trey Anastasio experience new life in an amazing space, backed by the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Maverick composers are set loose to assault traditional styles and even bust the 12-step Western octave.
With programs built around composers such as John Cage, Charles Ives, Meredith Monk, and Lou Harrison, the S.F. Symphony’s three-week “American Mavericks Festival” emerged as one of this conductor’s unmitigated triumphs.
The San Francisco Ballet sets fair Verona aglow as Helgi Tomasson’s Romeo and Juliet returns to the War Memorial Opera House
An esteemed baritone’s long-awaited debut recital raises questions about the gift of communication.
Charm and elegance distinguish performances of Enrique Granados’ scintillating piano suite.
A male vocal ensemble meshes with a young string quartet in compositions based on psalms, a biblical figure, and weather .
