SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area. Review The Many Ecstasies of Pianist Aron Kallay Tamzin Elliott - June 6, 2023 For Piano Spheres, Kallay used Alexander Scriabin’s Fifth Sonata as a jumping-off point to explore “ecstatic states.” Review Evocations of the Natural World at the LA Phil Jim Farber - May 31, 2023 The orchestra caps a remarkable 10-day run with premieres from composers Ellen Reid and Gabriella Smith. Review Kontrapunktus: Young Early-Music Ensemble Is Still Finding Its Feet Chrysanthe Tan - May 30, 2023 There was a lot of talent on the stage in Torrance. Time to let them lead. Music News Gustavo Dudamel Says “Au Revoir” to Paris Tom Jacobs - May 30, 2023 The in-demand conductor is resigning from his position at the Paris Opera after just two seasons. Music News Alvin Ailey Takes Up Residence at L.A.’s Music Center Victoria Looseleaf - May 26, 2023 The acclaimed New York dance company will have another West Coast home in the seasons to come. Review A Dazzling Six-Hour Journey Into the Cosmos Simon Cohen - May 23, 2023 Stranger Love, a monumental new opera by Dylan Mattingly, astonishes in its premiere at the LA Phil. Review Salonen Brings His New Organ Concerto to LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - May 23, 2023 Iveta Apkalna was the soloist in the Sinfonia Concertante for Organ and Orchestra, with the composer on the podium. Review The Four Seasons in a New Light Richard S. Ginell - May 22, 2023 Delirium Musicum’s debut album pairs two contemporary takes on Vivaldi’s evergreen masterpiece. Review “Esultate!” LA Opera’s Luxuriously Cast Otello Is a Winner Jim Farber - May 16, 2023 Russell Thomas, Rachel Willis-Sørensen, and Igor Golovatenko make powerful impressions in a well-staged production. Music News Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels Win Pulitzer Prize in Music for Omar Michael Zwiebach - May 16, 2023 It’s the latest accolade for an opera that continues to wow audiences and critics alike. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 … Next › Next page Last » Last page