
Robert Rowat
Producer
Robert Rowat has been a producer at CBC Music since 1997. He specializes in classical music.
Latest from Robert Rowat

Behind the gripping music in the Oscar-nominated animated short The Flying Sailor
‘There's an emotional richness in the performances we recorded,’ says Montreal’s Luigi Allemano, composer of the original score.
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Juno nominees 2023: snubs and surprises
From Arcade Fire's unexpected inclusion to celebrating first-timers, here's our take on this year's nominees.
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Our 22 favourite Canadian classical albums of 2022
Outstanding records from Marc-André Hamelin, Julia MacLaine, Topaz Duo, collectif9, musica intima, Angèle Dubeau & La Pietà — and others.
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10 Canadian artists who broke out in 2022
Get to know the Canadian artists who are up next: Aysanabee, Isabella Lovestory, Softcult, Skiifall and more.
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Geoff Nuttall, 1st violinist of the St. Lawrence String Quartet, dead at 56
The New York Times called him 'chamber music's Jon Stewart' for his charisma and sense of humour. A former colleague says ‘his dynamic presence was awe-inspiring.’
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30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30, 2022 edition
Meet the young musicians burning up Canada's classical scene.
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Justin Bieber and the Junos: a timeline
From prodigy to 'Peaches,' the Canadian musician has seen success on a global scale. But has he always received the recognition he deserves here at home?
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Iwan Edwards, Montreal choral conductor and teacher, dead at 84
'A brilliant conductor and teacher who inspired loyalty and conviviality wherever he went,' says one former colleage.
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From brimstone to ballroom, musician James Baley prevails to tell a powerful story
The singer-songwriter grew up in a church where being queer was a sin. Now he’s performing in his truth.
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How Angela Hewitt gets the most out of her recording sessions
Pro tips from the Canadian pianist whose catalogue on Hyperion Records now exceeds 55 titles.
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