
Aoife O’Donovan
Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond
The Power of Song in Suffrage History
This chapter explores the intertwining of music and theater through the creation of a musical inspired by suffragettes, particularly focusing on the impactful figure of Carrie Chapman Catt. It delves into the songwriting process, historical complexities surrounding women's suffrage, and the emotional themes within the music that reflect on self-doubt and empowerment. The speakers emphasize the importance of connecting historical narratives to contemporary audiences through storytelling in song.
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