Florence Price

Florence Price (1887-1953), an American composer and pianist, was a trailblazer as the first African-American woman to gain recognition in classical music. Her compositions, blending traditional Western styles with African-American influences, include symphonies, chamber works, and the acclaimed Symphony No. 1. Price's legacy continues to inspire diversity in classical music. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer’s life story and legacy.

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