Florence Price

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Florence Price (1887?1953), an American composer and pianist, was a trailblazer as the first African American woman to gain recognition in classical music. Her compositions, blending traditional Western styles with African American influences, include symphonies, chamber works, and the acclaimed Symphony No. 1. Price's legacy continues to inspire diversity in classical music.

ISBN Number
9781643714486
Trim Size
6 1/2" x 9"
Binding Type
Library Bound
Number of Pages
32
Author
Joanne Mattern
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Copyright Date
2026
Dewey Number
780.92
Reading Level
2