Meisel Room
Westminster Presbyterian Church

This conference presentation explores the multifaceted impact of Dame Ethel Smyth's art songs in the intersection of music education and LGBTQ+ studies. As a pioneering composer, member of the LGBTQ+ community, and advocate for gender equality, Smyth's works offer a unique opportunity to enrich vocal music education curricula and foster inclusivity in the collegiate voice studio. This presentation combines biographical insights into Smyth's life, presentation and musical analyses of her art songs, and practical pedagogical applications.