Classical Queens
By Jessica Joy -
Join me, Jessica Joy, as I share my research of forgotten women who have done much to contribute to America’s musical identity. See their lives unfold, understand their musical impact, and then consider with me, the ways their stories could still impact our current communities. These are the stories of Black women in classical music who have been slayin’, seen and unseen, for hundreds of years. I hope you tune in for this bi-weekly podcast.
So much thanks to www.couragecard.co/ for the BEAUTIFUL cover art. Follow @classicalqueens on Instagram, for sources and more details about our royalty.
So much thanks to www.couragecard.co/ for the BEAUTIFUL cover art. Follow @classicalqueens on Instagram, for sources and more details about our royalty.
Classical QueensFeb 26, 2021
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The Great Lulu Vere Childers
Meet the woman who made sure Howard’s Conservatory of Music became just that.
Apr 28, 202307:59
Classical Queens on Trilloquy
Go check out Ep. 191 ‘Never Give Up’ of Trilloquy Podcast to hear an interview with Garret McQueen and myself!
Apr 07, 202300:20
The Legacy of Black Aida
Meet Queens Estelle Pinckney Clough and Florence Cole Talbert McCleave, some of the first Black women to perform the role Aida in full production.
Mar 17, 202311:54
Florence Price’s Violinist
Come meet Florence Price’s Violinist, Minnie Cedargreen Jernberg.
Jan 27, 202315:29
Our Creole King: Edmond Dédé
A caste system of prejudice and what one man did with his freedom to choose.
Dec 16, 202218:47
A Creole King
Follow me on my travels to New Orleans and the discoveries that inspire our next episode, Our Creole King: Louis Moreau Gottschalk.
Dec 02, 202210:34
The Fisk Jubilee Singers’ Blues
This episode features an interview by Laura Reynolds, Director of Impact and Innovation at San Diego Symphony.
Nov 18, 202243:41
The Voice of Henrietta Vinton Davis
This is part two of the Madame Davis episode, this time with just me, Jessica Joy! Come learn a more detailed version of her artistic and activist life. Also, follow @classicalqueens for live event information, for ‘A Search for Joy’.
Nov 04, 202215:55
It’s what’s on the Inside with Scylla
Y’all these stories are for us all! This week, we are youth focused as Scylla helps me tell the story of Madame Davis the elocutionist. We talk about our love of reading, music, and more.
Oct 22, 202117:07
The Empowered Nora Holt
In this episode, the 1st of season 2, we are speaking of the life of Nora Holt, as well as getting to know a little more about our CQ creator, Jessica Joy!
Oct 08, 202130:43
Season 2 | Classical Queens
WE BACK!
Sep 10, 202100:47
To be Anna Madah and Emma Louise
Today we speak about the Heyer’s sisters, and consider the basic concept of Spectacular Opacity.
May 07, 202111:44
Maestra Julia Perry
Today we discuss the life of Maestra Julia Perry, and our need for advocates not saviors.
Apr 09, 202122:37
For the Love of Black Women
In this episode, I will introduce you to the book Noted Negro Women: Their Triumphs and Activities, by Margaret Bonds father. I will share the varying ways I consider this book, and what it offers Black classical music research.
Mar 26, 202118:22
In defense of Matilda Sissieretta Jones
Here we will get to know Sissieretta Jones and consider the implications that participating in classical music has on BIPOC lives.
Mar 12, 202129:28
Margaret Bonds Speaks of Rivers
Here you will come to know Margaret Bonds, whose life and work showcased the impact community building can have. Also here to offer her valuable personal insight on community and our past Queen, is Ana Flores.
Feb 26, 202133:40
Amelia Tilghman the Musical Messenger
Meet Amelia Tilghman, the woman who pioneered Black music journals in America. The Musical Messenger offers us a windows into Black classical music past, through the excellence she penned.
Feb 12, 202119:36
Dinah Bowman and the Black Bachs?
Join me, Jessica Joy, as I share my research of the life of Dinah Bowman. The woman who by many is considered to be America’s first Black pianist.
Jan 29, 202117:05
Trailer | Classical Queens
Spend time with me, Jessica Joy, as I introduce you to the Black classical music royalty, you’ve probably never heard about, in this bi-weekly podcast.
Jan 22, 202100:59