An expression of the profound realization that some of life’s deepest yearnings may remain unfulfilled, seemingly just out of reach – just ‘always almost.’ Yet from this sadness music arose. – RW

This video features a beautiful performance by Max Lifchitz in his “Women of Note” concert at the National Opera Center in New York City, funded in part by a New York Women Composers Seed Money Grant.

And here’s a video of pianist Amy Wurtz‘ mesmerizing performance as part of her 2025 “Women’s History Month” daily YouTube presentations of music by women composers.