Los Angeles

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

Jim Farber - March 7, 2023

Mahler’s Third Symphony is an endurance test for any conductor, but at 86, Mehta is up for the challenge.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 7, 2023

The pianist is an extraordinary musician, but part of that stems from his unique outlook, which has facets that are political and philosophical.

Tom Jacobs - March 6, 2023

In Fragments, the acclaimed cellist asks audiences to abandon preconceived notions about contemporary compositions and concert culture.

Jim Farber - February 28, 2023

In a major recital for LA Opera, the tenor sings three world premieres dealing directly with being proudly gay.

Tom Jacobs - February 28, 2023

The orchestra salutes architect Frank Gehry in its just-announced new season.

Victoria Looseleaf - February 28, 2023

SFCV chats with the conductor and pianist, who takes the stage with his former ensemble to solo in a new concerto by his son Gabriel.

Jim Farber - February 27, 2023

The music of Billy Childs, Gabriella Smith, and Steven Mackey interprets the threat to California’s oldest living things.

Tom Jacobs - February 27, 2023

Music Director James Conlon devises a citywide celebration of the composer ahead of LA Opera’s production of Pelléas and Mélisande.

Josef Woodard - February 21, 2023

The company realizes Jack Perla’s one-act An American Dream in vivid detail.

Victoria Looseleaf - February 21, 2023

The Soraya brings to fruition a trilogy of works celebrating native California trees that are now threatened by climate change.