History tends to ignore the fact that many famous classical composers may have been part of the LGBTQ+ community. This episode discusses these composers and how LGBTQ+ rights at the time influenced them, with the help of Clive Paget, as editor and music history expert from Limelight Magazine. This episode was written, edited, and produced by Mili L. '24 Special Thanks to Mr. Clive Paget, Editor at Large for Limelight Magazine Music Sources: Your Reality (No Vocals) by Doki Doki Literature Club The Classical time period must not only be associated with western culture. In this podcast we zoom in on the Caribbean at the time of the classical period and dive into the role that Calypso music played in the lives of West African slaves. Calypso was their voice, a voice that spoke of pain but was shrouded in bliss. This episode was written, edited, and produced by Maya C. '24 Special Thanks to Professor Selwyn R. Cudjoe, Wellesley College Music Sources: Calypso Queen by Calypso Rose Way Fu Dance! by Calypso Queen This episode explores the vibrant life of Francis Johnson. Francis Johnson was a trailblazer in many senses. He introduced a unique style of music, was the first American to play abroad, and played music in many different settings. He was also a free African-American man, the first to have his works published and one of the first to participate in racially integrated concerts and receive widespread recognition. He broke down many barriers and set an great example for us (and other famous composers!) through his music, his grit, and his success. This episode was written, edited, and produced by Clara K. '22 Special Thanks to Mr. Bill Harrison, Westridge School In this episode of Crescendo: Amplifying Global Voices, Simone O. and musician, composer, lecturer, and activist Dr. Mark Lomax, II, go in depth and explore what music and activism was like in the time of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and the effects of Taylor's music. Throughout the episode you will hear how music is used as activism, how to support BIPOC musicians, and so much more! This episode was written, edited, and produced by Simone O. '22 Special Thanks to Dr. Mark Lomax, II, Composer and Recording Artist Music Sources: The Song of Hiawatha, Overture to the Cantata, Op. 30, No. 3 composed by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Learn more about Marie Antoinette's life, including how her passion for the harp grew as she empowered women and encouraged them to learn to play harp. This episode was written, edited, and produced by Christina S. '24 Special Thanks to Dianne Nicolini, KUSC Radio Announcer Special Thanks to Ms. Melissa Kelley, Westridge School Music Sources: Romantic Harp Concertos (Album), Brilliant Classics |
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