Mark MacNamara

Mark MacNamara, a writer and journalist based in Asheville, North Carolina, has written for such publications as NautilusSalonThe Stanford Social Innovation Review, and Vanity Fair. From time to time, his pieces in San Francisco Classical Voice also appear in ArtsJournal.com.  Noteworthy examples include a piece about Philip Glass’s dream to build a cultural center on the Pacific Coast; a profile of sound composer Pamela Z and an essay on the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. MacNamara recently won several awards in the 2018 Greater Bay Area Journalism Awards presented by the San Francisco Press Club.  His website is macnamband.com.

Articles By This Author

Mark MacNamara - October 20, 2015

A former Detroit Symphony Orchestra bassist aims to combine the concert hall and the club.

Mark MacNamara - October 14, 2015

Held every fall, the Crowden School in Berkeley opens its doors to music lovers of all ages.

Mark MacNamara - October 14, 2015

At a time when most orchestras are cutting musicians, Santa Rosa Symphony is building on its success.

Mark MacNamara - September 24, 2015

The quartet has just arrived from Buenos Aires, bringing tango inspired by the past, present, and future of the genre.

Mark MacNamara - September 16, 2015

Monk, a pioneer in the development of “extended vocal technique” and interdisciplinary performance, was among 10 others to received the prestigious award.

Mark MacNamara - September 15, 2015

The California Symphony has reanimated itself and is looking forward to its opening next Sunday.

Mark MacNamara - August 27, 2015

The general and artistic director of the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle talks to SFCV about the project and how it has evolved for events the project leaders haven’t even thought up.

Mark MacNamara - August 26, 2015

Louisville Symphony Music Director (and MTT protege) talks about the themes and ideas behind the documentary of his first year in the post.

Mark MacNamara - August 25, 2015

The leading technological audience engagement tool is now six years old, and it’s a “game-changer,” according to many insiders we’ve talked to.

Mark MacNamara - August 12, 2015

Co-founder, Michael Adams, says when it comes to programming a festival, you have to know what your audience likes.