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An impressive Herbst Theatre is set to reopen, with new features that improve the music hall's sound, and a look at the most dangerous chandelier in musical theater.

The San Francisco Opera announced on Tuesday, September 22, the appointment of Matthew Shilvock as the company's next general director.

It was unadulterated Bill Frisell, as the guitarist played solo with only his effects pedals as occasional accompaniment.

The young string quartet, the first quartet-in-residence at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, also performed early works by Webern and Beethoven.

The San Francisco Opera announced on September 18 that Damrau is withdrawing from its production of Lucia.

SFCV talks with Bolívar Orchestra concertmaster Alejandro Carreño about the upcoming residency and performances as well as the importance of music for children everywhere.

Edward Schocker's Thingamajigs organization is presenting an ambitious festival Oct. 1-4 at the Center for New Music

Monk, a pioneer in the development of “extended vocal technique” and interdisciplinary performance, was among 10 others to received the prestigious award.

The California Symphony has reanimated itself and is looking forward to its opening next Sunday.

Despite some hiccups with staging and music, soprano Olga Chernisheva was riveting in the title role.