Chords and Queens – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Welcome to chords and queens, the podcast where we celebrate the extraordinary lives and works of female composers. Today, we’re diving into the remarkable life of Ethel Smyth—a composer, activist, and a feminist who shattered barriers in both music and society. We talk about her early life, her musical works and her involvement with the Suffragettes. 

Welcome to Chords and Queens podcast where we uncover the untold stories of the world’s most captivating female composers—with a fresh, modern twist! 

Today, we’re starting at the very beginning with the OG of all OGs: Hildegard von Bingen. She’s the matriarch, the mystic, the literal saint—and maybe even the medieval Stevie Nicks. Let’s find out together!

In this episode we explore the remarkable life of Florence Price, the first Black woman to have a symphony performed by a major orchestra. From her early days in Little Rock to her groundbreaking works in Chicago, this episode paints a portrait of a pioneering artist who left an undeniable mark on both American music and the fight for equality.

Featuring Music from The Art Song Project: https://theartsongproject.com/florence-b-price/

Soprano - Hélène Lindqvist

Piano - Philipp Vogler

 A trailblazer in classical music, Amy Beach was not only the first successful American female composer of large-scale art music but also a formidable pianist and a self-taught musical genius. So I’m excited that together we'll explore her early life, her musical journey including looking at her Gaelic Symphony, her groundbreaking compositions, and the lasting impact she left on the world of classical music.

Usually on the podcast we spotlight one composer and focus on their life, their life drama, sometimes their love lives. Today, we’re diving into four incredible pieces composed by women, each representing a different era and style of classical music. We’ve got Das Jahr by Fanny Mendelssohn, Gaelic Symphony by Amy Beach, Symphony No. 1 in E Minor by Florence Price and Partita for 8 Voices by Caroline Shaw. 

Hello there, and welcome to Chords and Queens -  the podcast exploring the fascinating stories of influential female musicians and composers throughout history. On Todays episode we’re going to talk about Clara Schumann and her similarities to Beyonce?

In this episode, we step into the vibrant world of Errollyn Wallen. The pioneering Belize-born British composer whose music blurs the lines between classical, jazz, and popular music,

We explore the twists and turns of her remarkable journey, from studying dance to becoming the first Black woman to have her work performed at the Proms, to becoming Master of the Kings Music. We explore her creative process, her inspiration for some of her greatest works, and why sometimes the best way to start a day is with cake for breakfast!

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into four hauntingly beautiful works by female composers. Setting you up for the perfect spooky playlist - just in time for Autumn.

Full Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZRPsVhWnjw&list=PLFdg885z67oCu7p-c-sNoT4TdgvxQubGj&pp=gAQBIndividual Pieces

Photography: III. — Errollyn Wallen - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZRPsVhWnjwCaroline Shaw The Observatory - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqMK-eeO9nQDelia Derbyshire - Depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQEYdgY2M8UAnna Thorvaldsdottir - Ubique XI - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBkN-_E7sNo&list=OLAK5uy_nEpEfzlpI3qB9dxuU1NcbxM4XDP4f7ZIs&index=11✨New Episodes Every Monday✨Let’s Get Social 📱For more Classical Queens, follow us on: Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ChordsandQueensTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chordsandqueens⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chordsandqueens?igsh=eGlkYWgyN3hmMnhm&utm_source=qr⁠ Substack: https://substack.com/@chordsqueens

Avril Coleridge-Taylor carved her own path in the world of classical music. From her groundbreaking role as one of Britain’s few prominent female conductors to her rich, overlooked compositions, Avril’s story is one of talent, resilience, and quiet rebellion. This podcast uncovers her music, her mental health struggles and the legacy she fought to leave behind. 

Sussex Landscape by Chineke! Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbT5NCaVgm0

PDF Catalogue of work by Avril Coleridge Taylor: https://leahbroad.substack.com/p/cataloguing-avril-coleridge-taylor 

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Dive into the extraordinary life of Nadia Boulanger. Composer, conductor, and legendary teacher to some of the 20th century’s greatest musicians. From falling in love with the sound of fire bells to her deep bond with her sister Lili, this episode explores how Nadia shaped the sound of modern music while redefining what it meant to lead, teach, and inspire.

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