SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review Davóne Tines’s “What Is Your Hand in This” is a Call for Compassion Michael Zwiebach - February 10, 2026 The program, created in collaboration with Ruckus, features works from early in the American Republic to comment on issues of today. Artist Spotlight Regina Carter's New Phase: Teacher, Instrumentalist, Doula Jeff Kaliss - February 10, 2026 After a medical diagnosis put her career on hold, Carter took a teaching position at UCLA and has also become a doula. Feature Celebrating the Legacy of Jazz Legend, Melba Liston Andrew Gilbert - February 10, 2026 SFCV’s Andrew Gilbert recounts his five-year friendship with the trailblazing arranger and trombonist, who would have turned 100 last month. Review In Emily – No Prisoner Be, Joyce DiDonato Gives Emily Dickinson a Living Voice Steven Winn - February 9, 2026 Joyce DiDonato and Time for Three performed a new song cycle by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Puts. Music News LA Opera Sticks to Standards for its 2026–2027 Season Tom Jacobs - February 5, 2026 With a charismatic new music director at the helm, programming includes Carmen and Candide among other familiar favorites. Review Gerald Clayton Honors Ellington’s Sacred Concerts — But Not by Recreating Them Richard S. Ginell - February 3, 2026 The pianist’s Sacredness takes inspiration from Ellington but charts its own eclectic path. Music News SF Opera’s Next Season Continues a Century of Excellence Janos Gereben - February 3, 2026 The company unveiled its 2026-2027 season today. Artist Spotlight Davóne Tines Confronts America’s Contradictions Jeff Kaliss - February 3, 2026 The bass-baritone tours his new show, What Is Your Hand in This, to the Bay Area. Music News Jake Heggie's Intelligence Wins Grammy for Best Opera Recording Janos Gereben - February 3, 2026 The Dead Man Walking composer took home his first Grammy at the 68th Awards, after two prior nominations. Review Spaghetti Sticks to the Wall at The Back Room Andrew Gilbert - February 2, 2026 The four-person ensemble gave an eclectic performance in Berkeley on Jan. 21. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 … Next › Next page Last » Last page