Jessica Zimmer is a freelance journalist and amateur alto saxophonist based in Sonoma County. She writes for a wide variety of local, regional, and national publications. Jessica particularly enjoys covering music and dance. Articles By This Author Review Classical Revolution Trio Opens Festival Napa Valley’s “Music Makes the Movie” Series Jessica Zimmer - December 5, 2025 This is the first multi-date film screening series that Festival Napa Valley and Cameo Cinema have collaboratively organized. Preview Ukrainian Holiday Carols Come to Cal Performances Jessica Zimmer - December 2, 2025 Ukraine’s musical diversity is highlighted in a carols concert conceived by conductor/ scholar Marika Kuzma. Music News A New Performance and Education Space in Calistoga Opens its Doors Jessica Zimmer - October 15, 2025 Converted from a church, The Brannan Center pairs timeless architecture with modern acoustic technology. Preview Santa Rosa Symphony Kicks Off the Season With Beethoven Jessica Zimmer - October 7, 2025 Violinist Julian Rhee and his mentors Wu Han and David Finckel, take the solo parts in the composer’s Triple Concerto. Preview Santa Cruz Symphony’s Season Opener is a Spellbinding Scheherazade Jessica Zimmer - September 26, 2025 Concertmaster Nancy Zhou prepares to open the 2025-2026 season on Oct. 4.
