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Women Composers Collection: 25 Trailblazing Voices in Music – Printable Slides

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Description

Most composer collections overlook the contributions of women, but this set highlights 25 incredible female composers who have shaped music across history and genres. From the Renaissance to modern times, these women have pushed boundaries, composed masterpieces, and influenced generations.

🎼 Featured composers include:
🎵 Francesca Caccini – Baroque-era composer and the first woman to compose an opera
🎻 Chen Yi – Contemporary Chinese-American composer blending East and West
🎶 Sophia Eckhardt-Gramatté – Virtuoso violinist and composer
🎼 Jennifer Higdon – Pulitzer Prize-winning orchestral composer
👑 Queen Liliʻuokalani – Hawaiian monarch and composer of the beloved "Aloha ‘Oe"

Perfect for Women’s History Month, music appreciation lessons, or year-round inspiration, this collection ensures that women’s voices are heard and celebrated in every music classroom!

Inclusions

🎵 25 beautifully designed Google Slides, perfect for digital display or printing

🎵 Each slide features a consistent, easy-to-read layout with the composer’s name, photo, country, era, musical background, and key contributions

🎵 Speaker notes with links to performances, interviews, and articles for deeper exploration

🎵 Easy-to-print format for stunning classroom displays (color & greyscale options available)

🎵 A customizable template so you can create additional composer posters to match the set

How to Use This Material

✅ Digital Display – Introduce a composer before class, pull up a linked video, and spark discussion with three quick questions!

✅ Bulletin Board & Classroom Décor – Print selected slides in 8.5x11 or enlarge to 11x17 for vibrant posters.

✅ Flexible Printing Options – Print on white or ivory cardstock, fit-to-print with a border, or copy onto larger poster sizes for a standout display!

❤️ Why You'll Love It:

🎶 Engages students with diverse musical role models

🙋🏻‍♂️ Encourages curiosity—students love asking about the composers!

📚 Versatile & easy to use—perfect for daily inspiration or monthly celebrations

Watch this video to see why you should have a Composer Collection in your classroom!

Watch this video to see why you should have a Composer Collection in your classroom!

What Teachers Are Saying ✨

Women Composers Collection: 25 Trailblazing Voices in Music – Printable Slides

"Finally—a resource that gives women composers the spotlight they deserve! My students were fascinated to learn about these incredible musicians, and it sparked some great discussions about diversity in music history."

Emily R., Orchestra Director

Women Composers Collection: 25 Trailblazing Voices in Music – Printable Slides

"This collection is a must-have! It introduced my students to composers they had never heard of but absolutely should know. It’s inspiring, engaging, and easy to integrate into lessons."

Jason M., Band Teacher

Women Composers Collection: 25 Trailblazing Voices in Music – Printable Slides

 "I love that this resource covers a variety of genres and time periods. My students now see that women have always been part of music history—and are still making history today!"

– Sarah K., General Music Educator

5 Quick Ways to Highlight Composer Diversity

In this video, you’ll learn how to use the Composer Slides to make your teaching more fun and interesting for your students!

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I have trouble with a download or didn’t receive my email?

If you experience any issues with a download or haven’t received your email, please reach out to me at lyda@musicboxeducation.com. Let me know what happened, and I’ll personally make sure everything gets sorted out for you!

What are the terms of use?

All downloads are licensed for use by a single teacher only. If you'd like to share with colleagues, please purchase additional licenses or refer them to my website to get their own copy. Thank you for respecting my work and supporting the creation of more high-quality resources for music education! 

Can I get a folk song - or any of the music - in a different key?

Absolutely! Just let me know what key you need, and I’ll send you the file in that key.

Does the More than 202 Composer Collection include all people groups? 

Yes! This collection features composers from a wide range of backgrounds—and even more than you might expect! There's a full list of the composers I selected, but one of the best parts of this collection is that you can add your own composers to make it even more personalized.  

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