Betty Wishart began composing while studying piano with Richard Bunger. After earning degrees in piano performance from Queens University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she pursued studies in both piano and composition in New York City.

Since her music was first published, her music has been performed in France, Germany, Greece, Italy, England, Russia, South Korea, and throughout the United States. She has received awards from the American Pen Women, American College of Musicians, Composers Guild, Broward County Music Teachers Association, and special awards from ASCAP.

In March 2016 Ravello Records released Piano Sonorities, the debut album of Wishart’s piano music .…”an utterly beguiling collection of piano music (Classical Nowhere). MOODS, an album of piano music was released in November 2020 by Ravello Records. MOODS….. ” An exceptional endeavor in the area of solo piano music, each selection brings the listener on an exhilarating and enlightening journey that truly showcases the boundlessness of the piano”(Take Effect Review). Other recordings have been released by Navona Records, Sarton Records and Phasma Music.

We will listen to a sampling of her music including a special piece commissioned on the subject of Domestic Violence which is very moving.