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Deep Dive: The Life and Legacy of Mana-Zucca

Deep Dive: The Life and Legacy of Mana-Zucca

Explore the life of Mana-Zucca, a piano prodigy, composer, and actress, known for her song 'I Love Life'. Discover her journey from Poland to fame in America and Europe.

03/29/2025
Open Ears: Get to Know the Incredible Story of Marian Anderson

Open Ears: Get to Know the Incredible Story of Marian Anderson

Explore the inspiring journey of Marian Anderson, a trailblazing African American singer who overcame racial barriers to perform at the White House and Metropolitan Opera.

03/28/2025
Open Ears: Eva Jessye and the Harlem Renaissance

Open Ears: Eva Jessye and the Harlem Renaissance

This article explores the life of Eva Jessye, a key figure in American music and the Harlem Renaissance, who made significant contributions to civil rights and classical music.

03/26/2025
Open Ears: Get to Know “the Dean of Black Women Composers”.

Open Ears: Get to Know “the Dean of Black Women Composers”.

Explore the life of Undine Smith Moore, a significant 20th-century composer and teacher of spirituals, known as "the Dean of Black Women Composers".

03/24/2025
Open Ears: Discover Argentine Prodigy María Luisa Anido

Open Ears: Discover Argentine Prodigy María Luisa Anido

Explore the life and music of María Luisa Anido, a leading 20th-century guitar performer-composer, known for her unique compositions and exceptional performances.

03/15/2025
Open Ears: Pauline Oliveros

Open Ears: Pauline Oliveros

Explore the world of Pauline Oliveros, a pioneer in contemporary classical music known for her experimental techniques and the concept of "Deep Listening."

03/14/2025
How Teresa Carreño Inspired Generations of Pianists, Composers, and Conductors Worldwide

How Teresa Carreño Inspired Generations of Pianists, Composers, and Conductors Worldwide

Explore the life and legacy of Teresa Carreño, a Venezuelan virtuoso known as "La Valquiria" and "La Leona del piano". Discover her impact on music as a pianist, soprano, composer, and conductor.

03/08/2025

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Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin

Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin

Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.

04/26/2025
The Real (House)wives of Classical Music: The Women Behind Bach, Schumann and Mahler

The Real (House)wives of Classical Music: The Women Behind Bach, Schumann and Mahler

The wives of J.S. Bach, Robert Schumann, and Gustav Mahler were talented musicians, long unacknowledged.

03/30/2025
Wendy Carlos: Synth Visionary

Wendy Carlos: Synth Visionary

Explore the life of Wendy Carlos, a pioneer in electronic music, known for her work with the Moog synthesizer and her groundbreaking album, Switched-On Bach.

03/21/2025
Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due

Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due

Fanny Mendelssohn's lost masterpiece, misattributed to her brother for 150 years, is finally recognized as hers, shedding light on her overlooked musical talent.

03/08/2025
Clara Schumann Returns to the Limelight

Clara Schumann Returns to the Limelight

Explore the life of Clara Schumann, a leading pianist of the Romantic era, who defied norms, balanced family and career, and whose work is gaining recognition.

03/07/2025
Women Who Made (Musical) History

Women Who Made (Musical) History

Celebrating Women's History Month with a look at influential women in classical music, from Hildegard Von Bingen to Dr. Lucy Jones, who broke barriers and made history.

03/01/2025