When the Bristows came to Brooklyn, not in pursuit of riches but perhaps something far more elusive: opportunity.

What began as a quiet walk through Woodlawn in search of Bristow’s forgotten grave led to a four-hour conversation at Bard with one of the country’s most respected educators. A composer once silenced by time, remembered only in stone—now begins to be heard again, through film.

A Buffalo Sunday newspaper article from the late 19th century offers a vivid account of the premiere of Niagara…

In the rich and often under-explored history of American classical music, three composers—Amy Beach, Margaret Ruthven Lang, and Helen Hopekirk—stand out not just for their talent, but for their perseverance and presence in a field still finding its voice in the 19th century.

I invite you to join me on this transformative journey by watching "Alice Parker" online for free.