But that’s no reason not to celebrate the sea change that’s swept across the jazz scene when it comes to women instrumentalists. Recognizing the successes of female players isn’t only about ...

It’s a cliche that music is a meritocracy, in which success is seen to arise from a combination of talent and effort. If women are not present in jazz, it is often assumed to be because they ...

Long overlooked in the annals of jazz history, women were not just muses or vocalists—they were creators, innovators, and ...

Jazz is part of Kansas City’s DNA. But of the many historic and present day artists, how many women can you name? Since the inception of jazz in the early 20th century, into the heyday of the ...

In the 1980s a new generation of women jazz musicians emerged who expanded their predecessors' push against the patriarchal boundaries of the jazz world. On this edition of Night Lights we'll hear ...

under-recognized Black female jazz performers and composers ... Parade and an inductee in Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame-2023. Dr Wellman is the founding director of the Oakland Public ...

Meadows' upcoming project will lead her towards the development of her second book, which explores the intersection of gender ...

The 2025 Savannah Music Festival will feature a diverse lineup of talented women in jazz, reflecting the genre's evolution and inclusivity. These artists, including Lakecia Benjamin, Endea Owens ...

Founded by vocalist Melissa Walker and artistic director Christian McBride, the organization offers training and performance opportunities and college preparation for aspiring jazz artists.

Hey Nonny, 10 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights, hosts its annual Women’s Jazz Festival next week. Musicians scheduled to perform include: Katie Ernst and Brooklyn Skye; local favorite Judy ...