by sarah | Mar 31, 2016
We are looking forward to another great weekend of concerts from WPA Performance Grant winners! On Friday, April 1 the American Composers Orchestra will present a concert of works inspired by Indian and Middle Eastern traditions. Three World Premieres will be...
by sarah | Mar 28, 2016
Some news – and great listening – to start your week! NPR had some great stories in recent days – including this feature on the life and music of jazz pianist and composer Marian McPartland. Listen below: NPR also introduced listeners to...
by sarah | Mar 25, 2016
Today would have been American composer Julia Perry’s 92nd birthday. Perry was one of the first African American composers to gain acclaim – and establish a career in composition. Her music was largely neoclassical, but also included experimentation with...
by sarah | Mar 25, 2016
Over the three cycles of Performance Grants that WPA has funded to community, professional, and youth orchestras, we have been delighted to support ensembles from across the country. In addition to introducing their audiences to important works by women, many...
by sarah | Mar 21, 2016
News to start your week! The Women Composers Festival of Hartford, which took place March 10-13, included a keynote address by WPA President Liane Curtis. Conductor Dr. Amelia Nagoski offered her reflection on Liane’s message on her blog, Thoughtful...
