The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music begins on July 31. This annual event is always worth anticipating and hugely rewarding – but this year is particularly special as it is Marin Alsop’s last at the helm. Alsop is stepping down after 25 years as...
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...
March is Women’s History Month – and while we think that every month is good time to include women’s work in concert program, it’s a particularly appropriate time to reflect on women’s work and impact through time. There are several...
Some links to start your week! ICYMI Swedish Radio broadcast Ellen Nisbeth performing Rebecca Clarke’s Sonata for Viola which was orchestrated by Ruth Lomon. The program will be available to stream here for the next month. Mari Valverde has an insightful...
This was an exciting year for those of us following women’s work in music. We’ve already talked a bit about the tremendous opportunities and advancements women have made in conducting roles. But Let’s also take some time to look at the plethora of...
