From her early beginnings as a member of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM), Amina Claudine Myers has gained acclaim as a skilled composer for voice and instruments, often displaying her gospel influences. Her move to New York City in the 1970s led her to prioritize her compositional work and to take on theatrical production projects.
American composer and music director
Irish musician, author, and music teacher
Irish pianist, educator and producer
Irish pianist, writer and teacher
One of the premier composers of the last 50+ years, Carla Bley wrote music for big bands, choirs, chamber orchestras, and small combos.
Czech pianist and composer
The “Queen of Soul”, twice named the greatest singer of all time by Rolling Stone
Distinguished pianist and teacher long associated with the Cleveland Institute of Music
Carmen McRae was one of the great singers of jazz, finding the depth of feeling in the lyrics of the songs she interpreted.