IN PERSON: This course requires no prior musical experience and introduces students to the music and historical context of influential female composers who are increasingly gaining the recognition they deserve. Composers from every major period of Western classical music will be featured, including Hildegard of Bingen, Clara Schumann, Fanny Mendelssohn, and Florence Price. Each class combines some musical and historical background with guided, interactive listening to representative works. Through discussion and shared reflection, students will explore the distinguishing characteristics of different eras and composers, as well as of major musical forms such as the concerto and symphony. Designed as a small-group experience, the course encourages active participation and engagement. Please bring a notebook for note-taking and course logistics. | Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 14.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
