Feminine Fusion

S10 Ep20: Patchwork Quilt, Part XLXI

by Diane Jones

January 17, 2026

“Much like a patchwork quilt, inspiration that stirs and motivates me is made of many things.”   – Robert Reynolds

It’s that time again!  Ready to add another block to our patchwork quilt?

“Patchwork Quilt, Part XLXI”

Gabriél Ólafs:  “Memory of a World” from Polar:Abyss
Daniela Mars, bass flute
“Polar:Abyss”
Decca Records

Sally Mosher:  Bossa Nova and Downtown Swagger Rag
Elaine Funaro, harpsichord
“Donna Musicale”
Alienor 99895

Betty Wishart:  Concertante No. 1 “Journey into the Unknown”
Slovak National Symphony Orchestra; Kirk Trevor, conductor
“Passage: Contemporary Works for Orchestra”
Navona 6094

Libby Larsen:  Kathleen, As She Was
Rebecca Nagel, oboe; Marina Lomazov, piano
“Synthetic Dances: Music for Oboe”
Centaur 2926

Cynthia Folio:  Four ‘Scapes
Michele Kelly, flute/piccolo; Adeline Tomasone, flute; Eileen Grycky, alto flute/flute; Kim Trolier, bass flute/flute
“Flute Loops: Chamber Music by Cynthia Folio”
Centaur 2777

Gabriela Ortiz:  Yanga
Los Angeles Philharmonic; Los Angeles Master Chorale; Tambuco Percussion Ensemble; Gustavo Dudamel, conductor
“Yanga”
Platoon 27432

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Feminine Fusion highlights the roles of women in classical music.  Host Diane Jones brings you stories and music of the women who create, perform, and inspire.  Produced in the studios at WCNY-FM.