Hensel, Fanny Mendelssohn, 1805-1847

  • If they’d had a room of their own

    The sister of Felix Mendelssohn, Fanny, was herself a pianist, singer and composer. Dorothy Wordsworth, sister of William, was a writer. This program explores these two women, their frustrations and successes in the arts, with examples of their works and readings of their writings. Produced by Martha Lifson and Anna Rubin.