Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

Michael Zwiebach - March 26, 2024

The cross-cultural chorus, now touring America, shows how to break down barriers and foster empathy in traditionally divided communities.

Lev Mamuya - March 26, 2024

Aaron Diehl shines in Timo Andres’s new piano concerto, while the orchestra’s principals solo in music by Adams and Aaron Copland.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2024

The contemporary-dance troupe returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre this week with a homegrown program.

Richard S. Ginell - March 19, 2024

The jazz-funk bassist has created a striking and entertaining work.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 19, 2024

The revered company tours the West Coast this month and next, and every performance promises to be a major event.

Jim Farber - March 18, 2024

A recently published string quartet by Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco and music by Walter Arlen make strong impressions.

Janos Gereben - March 18, 2024

The indispensable preprofessional training orchestra is the latest victim of the economic situation facing today’s arts organizations.

Tom Jacobs - March 18, 2024

The 2025–2026 season, Conlon’s 20th with the company, will be his last in the role.

Tom Jacobs - March 18, 2024

Andres is featured as both a pianist and a composer this week at the LA Phil.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 18, 2024

Whether it’s on tour with the SF Symphony or in residence with the Berlin Phil, Batiashvili knows she can live in the music.