The history of Australia’s female composers is outstanding. Miriam Hyde,Dulcie Holland and Margaret Sutherland were hugely influential in the early years of Australia’s musical development. Peggy Glanville-Hicks and Anne Boyd looked beyond our borders to the musical traditions of other cultures, and sought to find a place for Australia among the community of musical nations. Learn about some of these women composing in Australia (7/11).
7/4 Independence Day Celebrating milestones for women in classical music
7/11 Down Under Classical works from Australia
7/18 Breath and Sound, Pt 2 More from women who play woodwinds
7/15 Today’s Teacher: Composers, Pt 2 Marvelous women composers who are mentoring the next generation
