Explore and Expand your classical music world!
Overlooked Classical Composers
Overlooked Classical Composers is the creation of Catherine Rae Sheldon of Bellingham, WA. This was sparked by her love for classical music, fascination with history, and a dedication to righting wrongs.
Hidden Composers
Hidden Composers was founded by Declan Hong. Founded with the firm belief music should be as diverse as the world around it and a mission to spread music education and represent diverse composers in a variety of genres, mainly classical and instrumental.
Chords & Queens
Chords & Queens is a podcast that uncovers the untold stories of the world’s most captivating female composers—with a fresh, modern twist. It shines a spotlight on a trailblazing woman who reshaped the world of music. Hosted by composer and multi instrumentalist Jennifer Athan.
BCMS Chamber Music Coaches
Performing artists from the Bellingham Chamber Music Society are available for coaching your small ensembles.
These musicians are passionate about chamber music and have years of experience as professional players, teachers, and coaches. They have performed as orchestral players in symphonies, operas, ballets and of course, they have played tons of chamber music. Each musician sets their own rate independently of the Bellingham Chamber Music Society. Contact coaches directly to discuss options. Learn more about these coaches on our Artists Page.
Lenelle Morse, Violin
lenelle.morse@gmail.com
Yuko Watanabe, Violin
yuko.king@gmail.com
Carolyn Canfield, Violin
carocole55@gmail.com
Samantha Sinai, Cello
samanthasinai@gmail.com
Mehrdad Golami, Flute
gholamm@wwu.edu
Jennifer Weeks, Oboe
jenniferweeks00@gmail.com
Pat Nelson, Bassoon
patbsn@gmail.com
Heather Dudenbostal, Voice
meagheh@wwu.edu
Music / Scores
Groth Music
Groth Music is a great site with the ability to find chamber music by selecting specific instrument combinations and to easily cross filter for BIPOC, Latinx, or Women composers.
Stanton’s Sheet Music
Stanton’s has lots of options for strings and winds in various categories based on levels and music type.
Trevco Music
DOUBLE-REED FOCUS
Trevco is a great site with the ability to find music by selecting specific instrument combinations.
IMSLP
FREE RESOURCE
“The International Music Score Library Project is a subscription-based digital library of public-domain music scores.” – Wikipedia
Western Washington University
FREE RESOURCE
Western Libraries is open to visitors. Residents of Whatcom County may check out materials as part of the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program. Anyone is welcome to access our collections during regular business hours.
Rehearsal Spaces for Rent
Bellinghome School of Music
2512 Meridian St.
Bellingham, WA
frontdesk@bellinghomeschoolofmusic.com
(360) 922-0382