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Feminine Fusion celebrates the music of Dame Ethel Smyth, February 2021

Dame Ethel Smyth, composer
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Dame Ethel Smyth, composer

In recognition for her work as a composer and writer, Ethel Smyth was made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1922…the first female composer to be awarded a damehood. We'll hear her music on the Feb 13th episode.

2/6Women of Color: Leaders, Part 3An episode dedicated to women of color who are conductors and organizers in the classical music world. 

2/13One Life: Ethel SmythWe devote an entire episode to the life and music of this remarkable woman. 

2/20All Together Now, Part 2The hour is filled with music performed by all-female ensembles 

2/27Women of Color: Composers, Part 3 We are hearing more and more from women composers of color. This week we bring you music old and new.