This Continuum explores early music by women, most notably Hildegard of Bingen. St. Hildegard (1098 - 1179), a German abbess and composer, was a fascinating polymath. Music performed by the female ensemble Anonymous 4 is also featured.
CONTINUUM: Heavenly Creatures
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