Composer of the Day!

Today's Composer of the Day is Hildegard von Bingen.

(1098-1179)

Hildegard was a composer. She is, actually, the first composer with a known, extant biography.

She was also a priestess. She was also a poet, physician, philosopher, herbalist, and author. And basically did everything there was to do in the 12th century AD.

Notably, she was also a visionary. Literally. Like, she saw visions, and stuff. (It has been recently conjectured that the visions were due to migraines.)

In any event, she was a remarkable composer. She was very innovative, given that the sole medium at the time was monophonic plainchant. Her music is still performed today.

Her biography is remarkable. I recommend you read it.

Also, you should absolutely listen to her music.

Here is a score for you to look at.