Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Canadian Music Centre honors Gena Branscombe

 

Recently the Canadian Music Centre honored Miss Branscombe by naming her an Associate Composer. 


https://on.cmccanada.org/earmark-gena-branscombe/

https://collections.cmccanada.org/final/Portal/Composer-Showcase.aspx?lang=en-CA


Miss Branscombe lived most of her life in the United States, but, she was first and always a Canadian.  She was born in Picton, Ontario in 1881 where she began her musical training. During her adult life  she returned to her beloved home frequently performing concerts and visiting with friends and family.  

The Bay of Quinte was her place of inspiration for water calmed her and allowed her musical creativity to bring forth her beautiful music.

Canada was in her heart.  Gena composed works that honored the country of her birth; its history, culture, nature's beauty and military. 

Congratulations, Miss Branscombe…..a well-deserved honor.




 

#BringingBackBranscombe

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