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15/06/2026

The Donne Foundation is looking for 30 volunteers to help verify a database of 13,000 women composers before 31 August 2026.

Once complete, Donne’s BIG LIST will host the names of 18,000 women composers - the most comprehensive database of its kind in the world.

FREE TO EVERYONE. FOREVER.

This is a remote, flexible commitment starting 22 June 2026.

What we need from you:
• Music knowledge
• English fluency
• a laptop and reliability.

Average 20 composers per session. Minimum 50–60 per week.

What you receive:
🏅 Official Donne Foundation certificate
💼 LinkedIn recommendation from our founder, Gabriella Di Laccio MBE
📄 Confirmed volunteer hours letter
🌍 Your name credited on the website

Applications close 19 June. Places are limited.

If you know music students, music societies, or anyone passionate about women in music - please share this post.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/D5M9D6dRXnHjAdqg9

Thank you for being part of this incredible mission!

03/06/2026

How many female classical composers can you actually name? While history books easily celebrate the genius of Mozart or Beethoven, the reality behind our concert halls is built on a profound silence that we still fight today.

Our latest carousel highlights how brilliant women have been systematically hidden from the spotlight, showing that the battle for recognition is a continuous journey from the nineteenth century straight into modern times.

Dive into our new post to discover these incredible stories, explore how the foundation amplifies historical voices, and follow our page right now to become an active part of this movement and never miss a single voice we bring to light.

27/05/2026

For years, critics and headlines have tried to weaponize Taylor Swift’s songwriting against her, turning her personal life into a punchline and tracking her relationships like a sport, yet no amount of media scrutiny has ever managed to silence her.

She has consistently fought back against the double standard that praises male artists as romantic geniuses for writing about their exes while labeling women as desperate or calculated for doing the exact same thing. This battle is not unique to her, as women across the music industry have long had to fight for the right to own their narratives and express raw, unfiltered human emotion without having their artistic credibility questioned.

By refusing to let the noise dictate her pen, Swift turned her personal diary into a universal anthem and proved that a woman's vulnerability is not a weakness to be mocked, but an unstoppable creative force that the media simply cannot control.

📽️ Billboard Women in Music 2014

20/05/2026

Are you ready for some serious 17th-century backstage drama? Did you know that back in the Baroque era, a brilliant woman completely dominated the music scene and had envious male rivals desperately trying to sabotage her career?

Francesca Caccini was a powerhouse who became the highest-paid musician in the entire Medici court, outearning almost every man in the palace while running the musical life of the nobility.

She shattered the glass ceiling by composing the very first opera ever written by a woman. Swipe left to read the full story of how this trailblazing icon faced down the ultimate palace drama and etched her name into music history forever.

14/05/2026

captures the essence of what it means to lead with authenticity in an industry that often demands compromise. She emphasizes that the true weight of success isn't just in the accolades, but in the unwavering commitment to one's own voice and vision.

By staying true to herself, she has managed to create a body of work that resonates with genuine emotion and purpose, proving that the most powerful art is born when you refuse to fit into a predefined mold.

📽️ BBC News l Youtube

11/05/2026

The music industry is facing a crisis as the 2025 Inclusion Initiative report reveals a major regression for women.

This isn't just about a bad year for the charts; it is about the systemic exclusion of women from the technical and creative decisions that shape our culture. We are witnessing a structural barrier that refuses to break, leaving the most important rooms in music almost entirely devoid of female voices and credits.

What will it take to finally reopen these doors?

04/05/2026

Barbara Strozzi's life was as unconventional as her music, flourishing in the vibrant and intellectual atmosphere of 17th-century Venice. As the daughter of the renowned poet Giulio Strozzi, she was raised at the center of the city's cultural elite. Her father created a dedicated space for her talents called the Accademia degli Unisoni, where she acted as the mistress of ceremonies, leading debates and performing her compositions for the most influential thinkers of the era. This environment was extraordinary for a woman of her time, providing her with a public platform and the agency to publish her works under her own name, eventually producing eight volumes of music that cemented her legacy as a professional composer.

The history behind L’Eraclito amoroso is tied to the Baroque fascination with the "weeping philosopher," Heraclitus. The piece reflects the dramatic spirit of the Venetian carnival and the private passions of the academies, serving as a testament to a woman who navigated a male-dominated world by turning her personal and professional voice into a lasting historical monument.

30/04/2026

Sienna Spiro is a rising powerhouse in the contemporary music scene, capturing global attention through her raw vocal talent and an old-soul sensibility that feels both timeless and fresh. She has mastered the art of the digital age by using social media platforms to showcase stripped-back performances where her voice remains the absolute focal point, often leaving listeners stunned by her range and emotional depth.

Her style seamlessly blends elements of soul, jazz, and modern pop, creating a sonic identity that resonates with fans of classic icons and current trends alike. Beyond her technical ability, there is a vulnerability in her delivery that makes every video feel like an intimate live session, proving that true artistry can cut through the noise of the internet with just a microphone and a genuine story to tell. As she continues to develop her craft, she stands out as a definitive example of how independent female artists are redefining the industry on their own terms.

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