“In this class, we study the contribution of women composers and performers across history, genres, and styles—a necessary endeavor since women creators have been systematically overlooked in the narrative of music history. Each semester, students are asked to research a topic of their choice relating to women composers. This is a selection of essays from the past four semesters covering a wide variety of topics with academic rigor, pertinence, and insight.” Dr. Geneviève Leclair