Thursday, July 10, 2014

Scan Through Women And Music Art

By Rosella Campbell


Women have been central in the development of arts in general and music in particular. Their participation has grown over the years with different roles in each era. The linkage between women and music art is at performance, production as well as inspiration. They have been named on numerous occasions among the best composers and singers in their generation.

Geographical distribution places them in minority groups with few outstanding performers. They have received support from individuals and institutions to better their performance and raise their musical prowess. This has been crucial in promoting talent among female singers and performers.

Social dialogue has been shaped by arts done or influenced by women for centuries. They have entertained generations and societies with a notable mastery of certain contexts and themes better than their male counterparts. Their performances in front of crowds, royalties and guests dates back to centuries. They present unique perspectives, sounds and style that are endearing to crowds. This form of presentation can only be done by female voices.

Female artists compose and sing about such themes as social justice, motivation and love. This clearly demarcates their music with their handling of relationships being distinct. The dominant themes are feminine. Male artists have also written a lot about women with inspiration coming from relatives, parents, lovers and daughters. This is still credited as part of their influence.

It remains a huge challenge to judge women individually without having to compare them with male artists. This has resulted into a raw deal since this manner of comparison is always biased towards female singers. The low rating women receive takes a heavy toll on their morale and makes them feel like second grade.

Women have received a boost from individuals and organizations that seek to promote their work. Such organizations help them to record their music and expose them through events or concerts. This has enabled singers to make a break through in a manner that they would not have done if they had tried on their own. The resources and exposure is crucial for artists.

Charity work using musical talent has seen many female singers make a worthy contribution which goes into raising their profile. They have participated in fund raisers and charity campaigns to assist famine stricken groups, those faced by floods and others affected by natural calamities. Using their talents to perform such activities has helped raise their profile.

Women composers have provided excellent pieces of classical music for concerts and other performance occasions. Performing theaters have witnessed incredible female representation and influence. Their approach, style and musical taste is unique. Their collaborations have produced incredible melodies and helped to increase acceptance.

Female composers are not regarded as much as their male counterparts. There is an evident gender gap that exists as one tries to scan representation in the musical industry. Some eras did not consider female artists as worthy contributors. This discouraged a huge number but did not stop a few of them from outshining their male counterparts.

Outstanding performers in the composition category include Amy Marcy, Clara Schumann, Hildegard of Bingen and Cecile Chaminade. These composers are drawn from different nations and represent different eras. Their style and approach is distinctive.




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