"Julia Perry's 'Stabat Mater': A Captivating Philharmonic Performance"
The New York Philharmonic is programming Julia Perry's "Stabat Mater," a 1951 work for contralto and strings, marking the first time the orchestra has included her in their program. Perry, a Black composer who died in 1979, had a successful career in the 1950s and '60s but fell into obscurity after her death. The upcoming performance of "Stabat Mater" and other recent presentations of Perry's works are bringing attention to her legacy and influencing the field. The 100th anniversary of Perry's birth is approaching, and a world premiere recording of her Violin Concerto is set to be released in March 2024.