Steve Osborn

Steve Osborn, a children's writer by day, moonlights as a violist and music critic.

Articles By This Author

Steve Osborn - January 12, 2016

A star turn by a young violinist, and strong conducting from guest Mei-Ann Chen started the new year off right in at Weill Hall.

Steve Osborn - December 14, 2015

The Pacifica Quartet communicate so strongly during a performance, they’re as engaging as the music.

Steve Osborn - October 13, 2015

Christina and Michelle Naughton were the highlight of the orchestra’s October concert set.

Steve Osborn - May 5, 2015

Mahler’s Third Symphony is a long haul, but the Santa Rosa Symphony was in it to win it.

Steve Osborn - March 30, 2015

Gil Shaham may play the violin at superhuman speeds, but his performance of Bach's complete sonatas and partitas lost a lot in translation.

Steve Osborn - February 9, 2015

Star Argentine bandoneónist J.P. Jofre played brilliantly in a world premiere by UC Davis composer Pablo Ortiz.

Steve Osborn - January 12, 2015

The violinist's bravura playing dominated the concert, but it was Copland who triumphed, musically.

Steve Osborn - October 25, 2014

Joshua Bell and Alessio Bax play a concert in Santa Rosa to great effect despite a change of venue.

Steve Osborn - August 10, 2014

A Music in the Vineyards concert at Silverado Vineyards showcases the viola to great effect.

Steve Osborn - August 4, 2014

The impressive National Youth Orchestra rings out with joy and conviction in Weill Hall.