Rediscovering the Neglected Music of Florence Price
As many of you may well know, I am a staunch advocate of performing unfamiliar repertory, especially works by lesser-known composers. Coming soon this fall, I will be performing a recital program that explores the relationship between protest and music, Odyssey of Dissent. Among the composers featured on the program is Florence Price, a forgotten African-American female composer whose music has recently picked up greater traction due to the protests against racial injustices.
