Category: Piano

Arabesque #2 – Cécile Chaminade

Arabesque #2 – Cécile Chaminade

Another morning take, Arabesque #2 by Cécile Chaminade (1857 – 1944). Chaminade was 39 (I think) when she composed this gem. Ambroise Thomas wrote of her: “This is not a woman who composes, but a composer who is a woman.” Um… baby steps I guess? At any rate, better than having to publish under your younger brother’s name and let him take credit, lest it bring shame to the family!! *cough* Fanny Mendelssohn *cough*

Through Moanin’ Pines – H. T. Burleigh

Through Moanin’ Pines – H. T. Burleigh

August 27, 2020: As I absorb the events of this week, I am filled with sadness and anger. It is hard to find words to express the mourning and distress, and I cannot imagine the pain felt by the black community; and because of my own privilege, I don’t need to – I can walk away if I want to, confident that me, my family, my daughter, we are safe, and don’t need to fear the threat of violence from the forces that purport to maintain order and safety.

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