Los Angeles

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

Tom Jacobs - August 7, 2023

The creative and cutting-edge Santa Monica concert series will be shuttering in February 2024.

Richard S. Ginell - August 1, 2023

A lineup of stellar guests celebrates the legendary musician’s 90th birthday.

Richard S. Ginell - July 31, 2023

The violinist introduces Hollywood Bowl audiences to a piece written for her.

Michael Zwiebach - July 25, 2023

The Phil and its music director sure know how to pick ’em.

Jim Farber - July 25, 2023

The Hollywood Bowl hosts a production of the complete ballet on a night that also offers Mexican music.

Tom Jacobs - July 25, 2023

The acclaimed concertmaster, who’s in La Jolla this month and next for SummerFest, talks about balancing her orchestral and chamber roles.

Jim Farber - July 18, 2023

Jazz, however, requires more freedom than Gustavo Dudamel is willing to grant in this performance at the Bowl.

Richard S. Ginell - July 18, 2023

As he prepares to leave L.A. for New York, the star conductor demonstrates his ability to grow.

Josef Woodard - July 11, 2023

Composer Jessie Montgomery’s yearning, pandemic-influenced work occupies a vast orchestral canvas.

Victoria Looseleaf - July 10, 2023

The conductor will be working with the 150-plus students at the Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles National Festival this month.