1 Invisible Music

During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, women had little opportunity to stand out in the musical field and the few who did were women from the nobility or the clergy. Despite this, some women became composers and their works are still known today.

What do you think?

Can you name at least five modern-day women composers? How many of your classmates study how to play a musical instrument?

Target in action

Think of initiatives to help promote more gender equality in music.

Context

Around 80% of music festival headliners are men or groups lead by men.