Primarily known for her highly original and provocative big band compositions written over the past three decades, Schneider is unique in having written classical works as well, even stepping into rock through a collaboration with David Bowie.
Irish pianist, writer and teacher
Ali Stroker made history as the first person in a wheelchair to appear on Broadway and win a Tony Award.
1800s French composer
Famous vaudeville star and suffragist, inspiration for “Take Me Out to the Ball Game.”
Using playwriting, acting, and directing, she has created her own brand of social work designed to empower incarcerated women and women with HIV.
Opera singer with the Metropolitan Opera Company
“The Eternal Queen of Asian Pop”
Simone Young was the first female Australian conductor to achieve international success.
One of the premier composers of the last 50+ years, Carla Bley wrote music for big bands, choirs, chamber orchestras, and small combos.