


Amy Beach’s European Successes Recalled by Musical America; article of 100 years ago reprinted
The noted publication Musical America recalled Amy Beach’s travels and concertizing a century ago, by reprinting an article from October 17, 1914 that interviewed the composer and gave details of her trip. Musical America offered links to a scanned version of...Amy Beach at the Library of Congress
I had the opportunity to explore a bit of the archives at the Library of Congress when completing my Master’s thesis. It was a thrilling experience – and one I hope to repeat when time allows, and research requires. The LOC is such a treasure to any...
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performs 1873 Overture by Elfrida Andrée
In its three performances this weekend, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra took a monumental step in bringing to light an 1873 Overture by Swedish composer Elfrida Andrée (1841-1929). The concerts have been led by guest conductor Arild Remmereit. Devoted readers will...Winners Chosen for EarShot Commissions
The League of American Orchestras together with EarsShot, and with support of the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation, have announced the first commissions of new symphonic works by women composers. The new commissions, which were first announced in February, comes from...