Madeleine Dring - Lady Composer

This book is the first detailed study of the life and music of British composer Madeleine Dring (1923-1977). From her life in London through her numerous accomplishments as performer and musician, her achievements are highlighted through her remarkable story and diverse musical works.

About the author

Wanda Brister is Associate Professor at Florida State University where she teaches voice and sacred vocal literature. After the release of all of the published vocal music of Madeleine Dring in 2013, Brister began to focus on pieces that had not been published. She has been responsible for publishing 82 pieces and recording 47 of them, plus the release of Dring's only opera, Cupboard Love. She sponsored a recital at FSU to celebrate the composer's 95th birthday at which 21 artists participated, performing 25 of her works.

Product details

• Authors: Wanda Brister, Wanda Rosenblatt Brister, Jay Rosenblatt
• Publisher: Liverpool University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.10.2024
• EAN: 9781835538722
• ISBN: 978-1-83553-872-2
• No. of pages: 384
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Music > Monographs