Mme Sicard
Mme Sicard (first name unknown, fl. 1678) was a French composer, credited as the first published woman composer of her country.
She was the daughter and pupil of . Jean Sicard dedicated his 12th book to her, and she wrote airs for a number of his publications, including one in the 12th book, three in the 13th, and one each in the 14th and 16th.[1]
She is credited as the first published woman composer in France, followed closely by the renowned Elisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre.[2]
References[]
- Anthony, James R. (2001). "Jean Sicard". In Root, Deane L. (ed.). The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians. Oxford University Press.
- Tick, Judith (2001). "Women in music, §II: Western classical traditions in Europe & the USA 3. 1500–1800.". In Root, Deane L. (ed.). The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians. Oxford University Press.
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