Where are the women? This course will answer this question, beginning with a brief discussion examining why, in the 21st century, the Classical music industry is still not inclusive of music by women. We will discover how we got here, what needs to be done, and what you can do to create a more level playing field for the future of classical music. Each day will cover a different era of music history from the Baroque through present day, discussing the conditions and context of the time that enabled or prevented women from composing music, highlighting multiple composers from each era, and providing a list of works and recording locations with which participants can further familiarize themselves. Join BI's Research Manager Dr. Caiti Beth McKinney in this four-day in-depth learning experience.
This course is designed for anyone and everyone with a passion for learning more about women composers throughout history. The course can be attended synchronously or asynchronously, and recordings will be available to all registrants for a month following the conclusion of Where are the Women? Sessions run June 8-11, and financial aid is available. Attendees will also receive a listening link, further reading lists, and a 20% discount code to purchase BI’s curriculums and merchandise.
Session 1 June 8, 5:30-7:30pm: Where Are the Women: Women Composers from Medieval through Renaissance
Session 2 June 9, 5:30-7:30pm: Where Are the Women: Women Composers from Baroque through Classical
Session 3 June 10, 5:30-7:30pm: Where Are the Women: Women Composers from Romantic through Early 20th Century
Session 4 June 11, 5:30-7:30pm: Where Are the Women: Women Composers from Mid-20th Century through present day