In their first episode, Alice and Shahid learn about lesbian composer Ethel Smyth, who smashed glass ceilings, the patriarchy, and men’s windows. They also discuss bi erasure, representation, the audacity of straight men, the difference between baby gay boys and baby lesbians, and more!

Pieces Discussed (all by Ethel Smyth):

The March of the Women

Mass in D

Der Wald

Concerto for Violin and Horn

Intro Music: The March of the Women

Background Music: Serenade in D

Sources:

Impressions That Remained by Ethel Smyth

Wikipedia

British Library

British Music Collection 

Qnotes 

Mental Floss 

History Channel 

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Classical Queeros is a podcast that aims to spotlight queer composers and make classical music more accessible. Follow us on Instagram @classicalqueeros and Twitter at @classicalqueero!