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A broadcast dedicated to works written by female composers to mark International Women's Day on March 8th

Bandstand
  The broadcast marks International Women's Day on March 8th

Thursday, 05 March 2026

        

Presented by Lucas Burns on ABC Classic, this week's programme is entitled 'Created by Women, Driven by Sound'.

It's a brilliant showcase of music from the likes of Katy Abbott, Andrea Price, Jodie Blackshaw, Liz Lane, Imogen Holst, Phoebe Palmer Knapp, Louisa Trewartha, Cait Mishimura, Alicia Anne Scott, Nadia Boulanger and Johan Wagenaar.

Among the featured soloists include Tine Thing Helseth and Sheona White.

To enjoy:

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/bandstand/created-by-women-driven-by-sound/106302188

        

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