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Sheet Music by Female Composers: A Rich and Diverse Selection

Discover the immense and often overlooked legacy of women throughout music history. From Baroque pioneers to the most innovative contemporary creators, female composers have crafted works of exceptional beauty and structural depth across all genres. At All Sheetmusic, we offer a comprehensive catalog that celebrates this female Schöpferkraft. Explore our curated selection and find the perfect pieces for your concerts, services, or personal study, supported by high-quality editions from the world’s most prestigious publishers, ensuring a rewarding musical journey that brings these important voices to the forefront.

Orchestra (single winds) Published 1981 First performance: City of London Sinfonia, conducted by Richard Hickox, BBC Memorial Concert 'Music in our Time', 15th December 1983.

Orchestra (single winds) Published 1981 First performance: City of London Sinfonia, conducted by Richard Hickox, BBC Memorial Concert 'Music in our Time', 15th December 1983.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Orchestra (triple winds). Published 1967. First performance: BBC Training Orchestra, conducted by Walter Susskind, 16th February 1969.

For Orchestra (triple winds). Published 1967. First performance: BBC Training Orchestra, conducted by Walter Susskind, 16th February 1969.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Orchestra (triple winds). Published 1976 First performance: Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Simon Rattle, 25th April 1978.

For Orchestra (triple winds). Published 1976 First performance: Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Simon Rattle, 25th April 1978.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Orchestra (double winds). Published 1976.

For Orchestra (double winds). Published 1976.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Alto Sax and 3 instrumental groups. Published 1977.

For Alto Sax and 3 instrumental groups. Published 1977.

  • Alto Saxophone and Ensemble
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Oboe and Ensemble (Solo Cboe, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Piano/Celeste, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass). Published 1973. First performance: Janet Cra...

For Oboe and Ensemble (Solo Cboe, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Piano/Celeste, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass). Published 1973. First performance: Janet Cra...

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Elisabeth Lutyens

Published 1973. Duration 14'. 2 Oboes, 2 Clarinets, 2 Bassoons, 2 Horns. First performance: Mayfaire Ensemble, Purcell Room, 20th March 1973.

Published 1973. Duration 14'. 2 Oboes, 2 Clarinets, 2 Bassoons, 2 Horns. First performance: Mayfaire Ensemble, Purcell Room, 20th March 1973.

  • 2 Oboes, 2 Clarinets, 2 Bassoons and 2 Horns
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Oboe, Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1971. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 20th February 1972.

Oboe, Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1971. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 20th February 1972.

  • Oboe, Violin, Viola and Cello
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Oboe, Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1971. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 20th February 1972.

Oboe, Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1971. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 20th February 1972.

  • Oboe, Violin, Viola and Cello
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Oboe (Cor Anglais), Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1977. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 14th June 1978.

For Oboe (Cor Anglais), Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1977. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 14th June 1978.

  • Oboe, English Horn, Violin, Viola and Cello
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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Oboe (Cor Anglais), Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1977. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 14th June 1978.

For Oboe (Cor Anglais), Violin, Viola, Cello. Published 1977. First performance: London Oboe Quartet, Wigmore Hall, 14th June 1978.

  • Oboe, English Horn, Violin, Viola and Cello
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

Published 1975. First performance: 6th February 1977.

Published 1975. First performance: 6th February 1977.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Clarinet (+ Bass Clarinet) and double bass. Published 1980. First performance: Lysis, Purcell Room, 16th May 1981.

For Clarinet (+ Bass Clarinet) and double bass. Published 1980. First performance: Lysis, Purcell Room, 16th May 1981.

  • Clarinet and Double Bass
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

Published 1982. First performance: Rogern Heaton, James Ellis, Alexander Baillie, New Macnaghten Concert, Wigmore Hall, 4th December 1984.

Published 1982. First performance: Rogern Heaton, James Ellis, Alexander Baillie, New Macnaghten Concert, Wigmore Hall, 4th December 1984.

  • Clarinet, Mandolin and Cello
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

Published 1983. First performance: New Macnaghten Concert, Wigmore Hall, 4th December 1984.

Published 1983. First performance: New Macnaghten Concert, Wigmore Hall, 4th December 1984.

  • Cello, Marimba and Harp
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Published 1969. First performance: Nicholas Danby, Dartington.

Published 1969. First performance: Nicholas Danby, Dartington.

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For speaker/actress, 10 Guitars, Percussion. Published 1970. Text: Inuit verse, ed. Carpenter. First performance: Freda Dowie, Omegia Ensemble, directed by Gilbert Biberian, Wigmore Hall, 4th May 19...

For speaker/actress, 10 Guitars, Percussion. Published 1970. Text: Inuit verse, ed. Carpenter. First performance: Freda Dowie, Omegia Ensemble, directed by Gilbert Biberian, Wigmore Hall, 4th May 19...

  • Narrator, 10 Guitars and Percussion
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Published 1971. Text: Thomas Merton. First performance: The Five Centuries Ensemble, Read Hall, Paris, 13th December 1971.

Published 1971. Text: Thomas Merton. First performance: The Five Centuries Ensemble, Read Hall, Paris, 13th December 1971.

  • 2 Voices, Cello and Harpsichord
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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Soprano, Tenor, Male Narrator and Ensemble. Published in 1970. Soprano voice, Tenor voice, Narrator, Flute/Alto Flute/Piccolo, Clarinet/Bass Clarinet/Baritone Saxophone, French Horn, Piano/Cemba...

For Soprano, Tenor, Male Narrator and Ensemble. Published in 1970. Soprano voice, Tenor voice, Narrator, Flute/Alto Flute/Piccolo, Clarinet/Bass Clarinet/Baritone Saxophone, French Horn, Piano/Cemba...

  • 2 Voices (High), Narrator and Ensemble
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Counter-Tenor, 6 Sopranos and 3 Quintets. Quintet 1 - Treble Recorder, Lute, Bass-String Viol, Regal/Flute Organ, and Percussion. Quintet 2 - 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones (1 Tenor, 1 Bass), and Double...

For Counter-Tenor, 6 Sopranos and 3 Quintets. Quintet 1 - Treble Recorder, Lute, Bass-String Viol, Regal/Flute Organ, and Percussion. Quintet 2 - 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones (1 Tenor, 1 Bass), and Double...

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Elisabeth Lutyens

For Speaker (Actress) and Viola. Published in 1980. Text by Yeats, Plato, Mary Silverthorne. Score.

For Speaker (Actress) and Viola. Published in 1980. Text by Yeats, Plato, Mary Silverthorne. Score.

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First performance: Lontano, with clarinettist Andrew Sparling and conducted by Odaline de la Martinez, Purcell Room, London, 30th September 2002. Recorded on Metier Records MSV CD 92084.

First performance: Lontano, with clarinettist Andrew Sparling and conducted by Odaline de la Martinez, Purcell Room, London, 30th September 2002. Recorded on Metier Records MSV CD 92084.

  • Clarinet, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass and Percussion
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Sadie Harrison

for clarinet (Eb/A), oboe(+cor anglais), viola, harp

for clarinet (Eb/A), oboe(+cor anglais), viola, harp

  • Clarinet, Oboe, English Horn, Viola and Harp
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  • University Of York Music Press
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for children's voices and ensemble: 4 children violinists, 10 children percussionists, 1 child trumpeter, adult quintet (fl, cl, vn, vc, pf)

for children's voices and ensemble: 4 children violinists, 10 children percussionists, 1 child trumpeter, adult quintet (fl, cl, vn, vc, pf)

  • Children's Choir and Ensemble
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  • University Of York Music Press
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Sadie Harrison

For solo oboe d'amore Published 2006. Commissioned by Jinny Shaw First performance: Jinny Shaw, Oxford Contemporary Music Festival, 18th November 2006

For solo oboe d'amore Published 2006. Commissioned by Jinny Shaw First performance: Jinny Shaw, Oxford Contemporary Music Festival, 18th November 2006

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Female Creativity in Music: Masterpieces by Women Composers

The Foundational Role of Women in Music History

Female composers have made significant contributions to the evolution of musical language, bringing unique perspectives and endless inventiveness to the art form. Their works encompass a vast range of styles, from intimate solo pieces to grand orchestral and choral scores. Today, iconic titles by historical and modern female authors are published by world-renowned houses, ensuring that their creative voices are presented with the professional integrity they deserve. By choosing this repertoire, you are bringing high-quality, artistically significant music to the stage and the community, honoring a legacy that continues to grow.

Versatile Music for Every Performer and Skill Level

Our shop features a broad variety of arrangements by women composers suitable for all skill levels and musical groups. We provide melodic, easy-to-play pieces for beginners as well as sophisticated concert works for established professional musicians. The inventory includes sheet music for Solo and Ensemble, covering keyboard, strings, woodwinds, brass, and voices. This versatility ensures that every performer can find the right material for their technical level and artistic goals in rigorous editions that honor the original vision of the composers in every measure, facilitating both educational growth and professional excellence.

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