Lily O'Brien

Lily O'Brien is a freelance writer and editor with a passion for the performing arts. She has written feature articles and previews for a variety of publications including Downbeat, JazzTimes, Marin Arts & Culture, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Marin Independent Journal, and Strings magazine. She is a singer who has performed professionally in a variety of genres, and an avid world traveler and bicyclist.

Articles By This Author

Lily O'Brien - July 13, 2020

For these performers, sheltering-in-place has provided an opportunity to explore new musical avenues.

Lily O'Brien - May 11, 2020

The innovative composer/DJ talks about his online educational program and keeping music alive during the pandemic.

Lily O'Brien - March 15, 2020

The wildly influential vocal ensembles have been teaming up to explore the thrill of harmony singing.

Lily O'Brien - March 15, 2020

The virtuoso pianist talks about her life in music and her many projects to engage and encourage budding musicians.

Lily O'Brien - February 9, 2020

The electroacoustic duo brings their dramatic fusion of traditional Middle-Eastern music, electronica, and cutting-edge visuals to the Green Center on Feb. 20.

Lily O'Brien - February 8, 2020

The charismatic virtuoso defies expectations and opens minds.

Lily O'Brien - February 7, 2020

Keisuke Nakagoshi and Eva-Maria Zimmermann perform 15 newly commissioned works at UC Davis on Feb. 14.

Lily O'Brien - February 3, 2020

The group brings its pan-cultural sounds to Askenaz on Feb. 9.

Lily O'Brien - January 19, 2020

The young quartet finds balance on many different levels.

Lily O'Brien - December 26, 2019

The traveling trumpeter talks about life on the road and his shows at SFJAZZ in January.