Helen Kotas (1916-200): A Female Pioneer in Major US Orchestras
Description:
Helen Kotas was an accomplished musician and teacher who helped open the door for women in major US orchestras. In 1941 the Chicago Symphony hired its first female brass musician, principal hornist Helen Kotas. With that daring move, she became a pioneer for her gender in the major orchestras of North America. Despite her many contributions to the musical community, Kotas's life has not been researched and documented. This paper looks at Helen Kotas's career as well as a glimpse at her life an…
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Date:
May 2011
Creator:
Thayer, Heather Leweise
Partner:
UNT Libraries