Classical Period Music Composers

The American classical music vernacular would never be complete without the catalogs of great composers like William Grant Still, Florence Price, and George Walker. But even so, Black voices have been ...

classical period music composers 1

Smithsonian Magazine: How Black Composers Shaped the Sound of American Classical Music

Musician Lara Downes aims to highlight the work of composers like Harry T. Burleigh, photographed c. 1938. Granger Classical pianist Lara Downes knew she was onto something profound when audiences ...

Oregonian: Portland’s 12 can’t-miss classical music concerts this winter showcase collaboration, local composers

classical period music composers 4

This winter’s classical music standouts celebrate collaboration and combination. Local composers and performers team up to bring audiences music of our time and place, often inspired by today’s ...

classical period music composers 5

Portland’s 12 can’t-miss classical music concerts this winter showcase collaboration, local composers

KERA News: Female conductors, composers are still rarities in classical music. How can that change?

Female conductors, composers are still rarities in classical music. How can that change?

The Indianapolis Star: A sold-out show that traces Black composers is helping to fill gaps in classical music

A sold-out show that traces Black composers is helping to fill gaps in classical music

Classical music can be a powerful tool for relieving the stress of everyday life - helping you relax and sleep better.

classical period music composers 11

Classical music generally refers to the art music of the Western world, considered to be distinct from Western folk music or popular music traditions. It is sometimes distinguished as Western classical music, as the term "classical music" can also be applied to non-Western art musics.

classical period music composers 12