SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Feature Breaking the Silence: Mannes Opera Gives the U.S. premiere of Korngold’s 1940s operetta, The Silent Serenade Katelyn Simone - March 10, 2026 Renewed interest in the composer — known for opera, Broadway, and film — inspired the production, running March 13-14 in New York City. Review Tigran Hamsyan’s Concert Homage to Armenia Hits Home Richard S. Ginell - March 10, 2026 The pianist’s March 7 performance was so moving it inspired the audience to hum along. Review Handel’s Innovative Hercules Rages Through Cal Performances Collin Ziegler - March 10, 2026 The oratorio has its ups and downs, but the English Concert presented a strong rendition. Music News SF Opera Announces 2026 Schwabacher Recital Series, Elevating Young Artists Janos Gereben - March 10, 2026 The recitals have a rich history. Here are details about the upcoming series. Review Heggie and his Music Find a Home at SFCM George Papajohn - March 3, 2026 An orchestral version of the composer’s From the Book of Nightmares was perfectly suited to the intimate Barbro Osher Recital Hall. Review From Stillness to Rapture in Forsythe's The Blake Works Steven Winn - March 3, 2026 San Francisco Ballet’s new program traces a riveting journey from halting beginnings to dance that doesn't want to stop. Review LA Opera’s Akhnaten Is Grand Opera at Its Grandest Jim Farber - March 3, 2026 With John Holiday in the title role and Dalia Stasevska commanding in the pit, this revival is a tour de force. Review West Edge Opera’s Snapshot Showcases Bold New Works Michael Zwiebach - March 3, 2026 Sci-fi golems, a dissident Iranian poet, internet radicals, and a morally compromised reporter are all in the mix in the festival of new operas. Music News Cancellations Announced at Lamplighters Music Theatre and Zephyr Symphony Michael Zwiebach - February 27, 2026 The two companies say they are saving money and retooling to strengthen themselves in a tough environment. Review Opus 109 Lets Víkingur Ólafsson’s Curatorial Imagination Shine Richard S. Ginell - February 24, 2026 The record focuses on six pieces, each in the key of E. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 … Next › Next page Last » Last page