Listening Through The Dictionary of Composers and Their Music
Amy Beach (1867-1944)
Bio
Concert pianist and composer, her 'Gaelic' Symphony is considered the first concert symphony ever composed by an American woman. Traveled the world as a pianist with acclaim for both a standard repertoire and debuting her own music. Is also considered one of the first exclusively American composers with zero European training. Listed among the Boston Six.
Music
Symphony in E minor, Op. 32 "Gaelic"
Four Sketches Op. 15
Piano Concerto
Piano Quintet, Op. 67
Quartet for Strings Op. 89
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