Catriona Barr is a musicologist and music teacher based in San Francisco. She holds a B.M. from Peabody Conservatory and a M.M. from King’s College, London. Articles By This Author Review Cantare Con Vivo Shine in Considering Matthew Shepard Catriona Barr - March 2, 2020 Craig Hella Johnson’s compassionate oratorio memorializes the tragic victim of homophobic violence. Review Septura Makes a Serious Case for the Brass Ensemble Catriona Barr - February 25, 2020 The septet featured music by Maddalena Casulana and Clara Schumann in a concert that was a little too firmly rooted in the past. Review Anderson & Roe Piano Duo Sit and Deliver at Herbst Catriona Barr - February 18, 2020 The keyboard virtuosos know how to thrill and chill, but also how to connect intimately with their rapt listeners. Review A Centenary Choral Tribute to the Suffragists Catriona Barr - February 6, 2020 Clerestory uses the anniversary of the 19th Amendment to sing a concert of music by female composers. Music News SF Conservatory of Music Celebrates Topping-Out Its New Building Catriona Barr - December 13, 2019 The state-of-the art Bowes Center takes its place on the San Francisco skyline. Review SFCM’s Musical Theatre Ensemble Shines the Spotlight on Women in Musicals Catriona Barr - December 10, 2019 A terrific roster of well-performed show tunes amid a disjointed, unfocused theatrical concept. Review Comedic Fare From Mozart and Strauss Showcases Upcoming Opera Talent at SF Conservatory of Music Catriona Barr - November 25, 2019 Baritone Marcus Lonardo stands out in the Opera and Musical Theatre Program’s November concert. Review Jeannette Sorrell Is a Dynamo With the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Catriona Barr - November 18, 2019 Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 gets a fresh reading with this winning combo. Review A Big Night for Bach with Simone Dinnerstein and NCCO Catriona Barr - November 11, 2019 Every detail of the performances elicited the underlying spirit of these Baroque masterworks. Review Christian Gerhaher Captivates With an All-Mahler Evening of Lieder Catriona Barr - October 27, 2019 Pianist Gerold Huber’s perfect accompaniment reflects the duo’s three decades of musical partnership. Pagination 1 2 Next › Next page Last » Last page
