On this day when we all celebrate Ireland and our (real or embellished) Irish heritage, let’s also take some time to listen to works by women that pay homage to the Emerald Isle. Margaret Ruthven Lang (1867-1972) was born and raised in Boston....
With Women’s History Month is full swing (did you download your calendar yet?) it’s no surprise that there are many stories to draw our attention. Here is some news to start your week! Streaming music provider Rhapsody shared an article on International...
We are looking forward to another great weekend of concerts supported by WPA Performance Grants! Today, Friday March 11, the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra will open their concert with Stars by American composer and pianist Mary Howe. A prolific composer, Howe...
Today’s Google Doodle is celebrating the 105th birthday of musician Clara Rockmore. Rockmore was a trained violinist who suffered a physical injury which prevented her from pursing a career in music. That is, until she discovered the theremin. She...
News to start your week! WQXR profiles seven women conductors in honor of Women’s History Month – including Barbara Hannigan, Xian Zhang, Mirga Grazinyte-Tyla, Joana Carneiro, Elim Chan, Sarah Hicks, and Mei-Ann Chen. Read more here. The...
