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Jul 20, 2022 · If you know of just one disabled musician, it’s likely Beethoven. Famous for composing after having lost his hearing, Beethoven is the landmark figure in classical music. His hearing issues, which began in his late 20s, made performing the piano difficult for him, a major source of income at the time.
Classical Musicians with Disabilities & Friends. ·. 135 members. This group includes professional and semi-professional conductors, composers, instrumentalists, singers, radio broadcasters, musicologists, and music therapists.
Dec 8, 2022 · In Australia, composer Georgia Scott and Daman Smith openly draw from their disabilities as inspiration for their music. Others, such as neurodiverse musician Sophia Mackson are exploring their ...
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Jan 15, 2019 · Millions of individuals world-wide are excluded from music-making because traditional instruments are not suitable for a person with cerebral palsy, congenital disabilities, amputees, or those who have had a stoke or severe arthritis.
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Mar 26, 2024 · Here are just a few of many composers with disabilities. Click to see a list of their music in our library. Scroll further down the page for these and other composers, listed with their disability, plus sources.
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Mar 28, 2023 · This week, ‘From the Top’ will feature four talented young musicians who are disabled or neurodivergent. Acclaimed violinists Itzhak Perlman, who performs while seated following a childhood bout with polio, and Julia LaGrand will perform and guest-host alongside host Peter Dugan.
