Alexandra Coghlan

Why are women composers still disregarded?

Leah Broad celebrates four pioneering musicians who battled male prejudice throughout the past century – yet the situation remains stubbornly unchanged

Ethel Smyth adopted tweed suits in her desire to be an honorary man. [Bridgeman Images] 
issue 25 February 2023
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