Lou Fancher

Lou Fancher is a San Francisco Bay Area writer. Her work has been published by WIRED.com, Diablo Magazine, Oakland Tribune, Contra Costa Times, InDance, East Bay Express, Oakland Magazine, SF Weekly, and others.  She is a children's book author, designer and illustrator, with over 50 books in print. Also a choreographer, ballet master and teacher, she coaches professional ballet and contemporary dance companies in the U. S. and Canada.  Visit her website online at www.johnsonandfancher.com.

Articles By This Author

Lou Fancher - June 30, 2020

The award-winning trumpeter, composer, and designer shares his vision for the future of music, culture, and social justice in America.

Lou Fancher - June 22, 2020

In a long interview, the renowned jazz polymath talks about staying human and finding love, justice, and hope in dark times.

Lou Fancher - June 8, 2020

The Grammy-winning East Bay artist shares his insights on staying focused and creative in turbulent times.

Lou Fancher - June 8, 2020

Written especially for women survivors of violence, the interactive e-book provides lessons and ideas of value to anyone.

Lou Fancher - May 26, 2020

The trio’s Silo Songs EP explores a lockdown day in four musical phases.

Lou Fancher - May 25, 2020

The soprano/piano duo expanded their technical and artistic skills to meet the challenges of the new performance frontier.

Lou Fancher - May 18, 2020

Ian Zack’s engaging book traces the venerated singer’s artistic victory over personal struggles, rampant racism, and professional challenges.

Lou Fancher - May 14, 2020

The all-female rhythm ensemble dances in historic S.F. locations for the May 19 web episode.

Lou Fancher - May 12, 2020

A new project engaging scores of musicians in broadcasting tales of the pandemic from around the world is keeping the eclectic composer busy.

Lou Fancher - May 4, 2020

The former dancer’s harrowing memoir traces her journey from a promising career on the boards toward great self-fulfillment.