Steven Winn

Steven Winn is a San Francisco-based writer and critic and frequent interviewer for City Arts & Lectures. His work has appeared in Gramophone, Musical America, Opera, Symphony, and the San Francisco Chronicle.

Articles By This Author

Steven Winn - April 1, 2019

Ragnar Bohlin elicits the raw urgency Bach’s masterwork requires.

Steven Winn - March 11, 2019

Anne Sofie von Otter stars in two premieres from Caroline Shaw.

Steven Winn - February 24, 2019

The conductor opts for Strauss sweets.

Steven Winn - February 21, 2019

With Songplay, the mezzo-soprano and an impressive jazz combo pull off a seriously difficult magic trick.

Steven Winn - February 18, 2019

The Bay Area premiere of Verdi’s family tragedy does a neglected score justice.

Steven Winn - January 28, 2019

An eclectic, thrilling concert can only scratch the surface of black musicians’ contributions to classical music.

Steven Winn - January 22, 2019

Some repertory staples get a makeover and fresh casting, while The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs gets its local premiere.

Steven Winn - January 15, 2019

Moments of transcendence graced Padmore’s S.F. Performances recital with pianist Paul Lewis, but there could have been more.

Steven Winn - January 2, 2019

Countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen and soprano Mary Wilson provide the thrills.

Steven Winn - December 10, 2018

A powerhouse concert showcases the impressive range of talent and accomplishment in the class of 2018.