A concert series of music by female and non-binary composers:

new, old, rare & under-performed...

and we are changing that!

The FORGOTTEN FEMALE COMPOSERS SERIES, started in December 2022, is an ongoing concert series in Berlin directed by Lysistrata Chamber Collective.  

Dedicated exclusively to classical music composed by female and non-binary composers, from the past and the present, it’s a place for curious minds to listen to new music, discover new stories, reflect on what can yet be learnt from history and from stories that are still untold.

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Through this series, we aim to provide a platform to showcase contemporary female and non-binary composers and, at the same time, to liberate unjustly forgotten female artists of the past from their shadowy existence and to normalise performances of works by female composers. Our concert programs are specially melded around a theme of choice, as to present to our public a relatable topic while featuring the works of these high-quality female composers, telling their inspiring life stories in an informal salon-style atmosphere which creates a welcoming atmosphere for all kind of listeners.

Upcoming concerts

  • SHE SAID. Old & New

    Sunday, 25th May - 3.00 p.m.

    String Quartet (guests)

    ALTE WELT

    Lucy-Lameck-Str. 44, 12049, Berlin

    Info & Tickets

  • LANDSCAPES & CREATURES. Our Planet is home to all

    Saturday, 28th June - 6.00 p.m.

    Lysistrata Chamber Collective

    ALTE WELT

    Lucy-Lameck-Str. 44, 12049, Berlin

    Info & Tickets

Past concerts

  • WINTER TALES

    Ice & Mythology

    Program

  • SONGS OFMIGRATION

    Composers bridging Cultures

    Program

  • NOSTALGIA

    A Journey through Memories

    Program

  • CITY SOUNDSCAPES.

    Inspired by Urban Spaces

    Program

  • SONGS OF THE FOREST

    Exploring the sounds of nature

    Program

  • SOUNDS OF THE WINDS

    Music for Woodwinds & more

    Program

  • NOCTURNE

    Songs of Sleep and Dreams

    Program

  • MYTHS & FAIRYTALES

    Ancient Stories brought to Life

    Program

  • JOURNEY

    Travelling through the inner and outer world

    Program

  • ROOTS

    Connecting Folk Music of the World

    Program

  • VULVA VOCE

    Guest String Quartet Vulva Voce

    Program

  • EMPOWERED LOVE

    A Female insight into Romantic Love

    Program

  • COLORS OF SPRING

    Melodies of Spring

    Program

  • ERINNERUNGEN

    Stimmen der Vergangenheit

    Program

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