Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson lives in San Francisco. She has written for many different outlets, including Smithsonian.com, The Daily Beast, 48 Hills, Hyperallergic, Latino USA, Women’s Media Center, The Observer, Alta Journal, California Magazine, and SF Weekly. For many years, she taught adults getting their high school diplomas at City College of San Francisco. She hosts the podcast Art Is Awesome.

Articles By This Author

Emily Wilson - August 16, 2021

The author chats about the background and innovative format of The Monster I Am Today, his new book of poetry and verse about the revered diva.

Emily Wilson - July 7, 2021

A new SFMOMA retrospective of the experimental artist’s work emphasizes his relationship with and ideas about music. Is it time for classical musicians to take him seriously?

Emily Wilson - May 24, 2021

The Hawaiian choreographer talks about his new recording and finding the boundaries between creation and disruption.

Emily Wilson - May 17, 2021

Our primer on great performances by the transcendent singer/composer.

Emily Wilson - May 10, 2021

An overwhelming no-confidence vote may set the stage for future action.

Emily Wilson - April 26, 2021

The Oakland college has a deserved reputation for fostering independent, innovative musicians and nontraditional approaches to music-making. What happens when the gates close?

Emily Wilson - March 8, 2021

The young composer’s new recording was created in partnership with the Asian Art Museum.

Emily Wilson - March 1, 2021

Sarah Crowell and Adia Tamar Whitaker co-curate a dance festival contemplating “a radically imagined Black future.”

Emily Wilson - January 12, 2021

From aiding recovery from injury to coping with chronic illness and easing the transition from life to death, music has powers to soothe the mind and the body.

Emily Wilson - November 23, 2020

While presenters seek closer ties with donors and community partners, they’re also making changes that will last post-pandemic.