Feminist in the Concert Hall
Why Another biography of Clara Schumann?
A Note from Editor Liane Curtis: In the late 1980s when I was completing my PhD in musicology, I remember hearing Dr. Nancy Reich give a presentation on her work on Clara Schumann, and it is no exaggeration to say it was a turning point for me, to have this exposure...
WPA News Digest – October 5, 2026
By Kathleen McGowan We hope your week is off to a great start! Announced on September 30th, the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst Wien, or MDW) has named conductor Marin Alsop as the new Artistic Director of...
WPA News Digest – September 28, 2026
By Kathleen McGowan A fascinating range of news and events this week! Lately, Lara St. John's documentary Dear Lara has been enjoying deserved recognition and screenings on the US east coast. It will celebrate its theatrical opening in New York City on January 15,...
WPA News Digest – September 21, 2026
By Kathleen McGowan There are lots of opportunities to hear music by women this week! From September 20 – October 4, the San Francisco Opera Orchestra & Chorus will perform Thea Musgrave's Mary, Queen of Scots (with both score and libretto by the composer, based...
WPA News Digest – September 14, 2026
By Kathleen McGowan Lots of exciting news this week!! And as ever some exciting music you can listen to! The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra has released an interview with composer Errollyn Wallen, CBE ahead of the premiere of her new work FLARE for their 80th...
WPA News Digest – September 7, 2026
By Kathleen McGowan Hope your week is off to a great start! Our curated news includes some exciting links for a listening adventure! Conductor Barbara Hannigan's first season as Chief Conductor & Artistic Director of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra has officially...