Georgia Rowe

Georgia Rowe has been a Bay Area arts writer since 1986. She is Opera News’ chief San Francisco correspondent, and a frequent contributor to San Francisco Classical Voice, Musical America, San Jose Mercury News, Contra Costa Times, and San Francisco Examiner. Her work has also appeared in Gramophone, San Francisco Magazine, and Songlines.

Articles By This Author

Georgia Rowe - October 21, 2013

Before his appearance at the S.F. Opera to sing the Dutchman, bass-baritone Greer Grimsley reflects on one of his most-beloved roles, as a cursed man who will never give up.

Georgia Rowe - October 14, 2013

Out of character and in recital Bryn Terfel is always wonderfully himself. In his first appearance in the beautifully resonant acoustic of Weill Hall, his warmth, charisma, and interpretive skills were on impressive display.

Georgia Rowe - September 28, 2013

A program of substantial fare on the first half, including a brilliant, big-hearted performance by Emanuel Ax, also revives six miniature works on the second half, to great effect.

Georgia Rowe - September 25, 2013

The conductor draws on a wide palette for two weeks of concerts in San Francisco, promising excitement for audiences.

Georgia Rowe - September 16, 2013

The always adventurous Left Coast Chamber Ensemble launched its 2013-2014 season, making a bold sonic progress from Bach to Elliott Carter.

Georgia Rowe - September 16, 2013

Many brilliant season offerings are promised by Cal Performances, which presents world-class artists in concerts and residencies on the UC Berkeley campus.

Georgia Rowe - September 4, 2013

Many brilliant season offerings are promised by Cal Performances, which presents world-class artists in concerts and residencies on the UC Berkeley campus.

Georgia Rowe - August 14, 2013

Newly appointed as music director of the California Symphony, Donato Cabrera talks about building a rapport with the audience and musicians, what sparked his passion in music, and how his plans for the future will do the same for others. 

Georgia Rowe - July 24, 2013

International conductor phenom Xian Zhang readies a Merola production of her beloved Le nozze di Figaro.

Georgia Rowe - May 23, 2013

Matthew Polenzani returns to S.F. Opera to sing the title role in Offenbach’s The Tales of Hoffmann. Here, he opens up about the challenges of Hoffmann, his approach to new roles — and what he has planned for future seasons.