Feminism in Music, 1870-1970 (virtual)

This is an overview of 100 years of history, investigating the manifestation of American women’s struggles for equal rights through music and songwriting. It begins in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the music of women’s suffrage and labor strikes. Next come the early songs of female independence associated with the “flappers” of the Roaring Twenties. And there’s lots more, including “Rosie the Riveter,” “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’,” “I’m a Woman,” and “I Am Woman”. Presented by John Clark and his Great American Music Experience on Wednesday, March 8, 7pm. Please email hopeprogs@mcl.org to register to receive link to program.