Women Composers (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Hall, Pierre Laffitte John Carey

9781440082221: Women Composers (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1440082227 ISBN 13 : 9781440082221

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover the hidden voices behind centuries of music.

This concise handbook gathers biographical sketches and genre-based entries of women composers from distant eras to the early 20th century. It illuminates their contributions, challenges, and the evolving role of women in music history.

Structured as a accessible reference, the book profiles many composers, lists their works, and situates them within the musical life of their times. It offers context on how social attitudes shaped opportunity, and how women’s music has been studied and remembered.

Brief life stories and career highlights for a wide range of composers
Catalogs of works across formats such as operas, masses, chamber music, and songs
Historical context that clarifies barriers and opportunities in different eras
Quick-reference names, dates, and contributions for study or casual reading

Ideal for students, teachers, and curious readers seeking a clear, factual overview of women’s important, if sometimes overlooked, musical achievements.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1440082227
ISBN 13: 9781440082221
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 162
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Women Composers: A Biographical Handbook of Women's Work in Music

Otto Ebel

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1440082227 ISBN 13 : 9781440082221

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the remarkable contributions of women to the world of music, a field long dominated by men. The author challenges the prevailing notion that women were historically excluded from music due to lack of talent, arguing instead that prejudice and societal constraints limited their opportunities to develop their skills and achieve recognition. The book delves into the history of women composers, starting from the Renaissance era and spanning centuries, highlighting the achievements of notable figures like Vittoria Aleotti, Chiara Margarita Cozzolani, and Cecile Chaminade. The author meticulously details the obstacles faced by these women, such as societal expectations that confined music to a mere pastime for women, church restrictions on their participation in religious services, and the outright condemnation of their work simply because it was composed by a woman. Through detailed biographies and analyses of their musical works, this book reveals the rich tapestry of women's musical contributions, illuminating their talent, creativity, and resilience in a world that often disregarded their voices. The book's insightful and compelling narrative not only serves as a celebration of women's achievements in music, but also as a poignant reminder of the long struggle for equality and recognition in the arts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781440082221_0

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