Alison Balsom: Trumpet, Brass Ceilings and the Sexism Around Retiring?

In this episode, we look at the extraordinary career of trumpet soloist Alison Balsom and the announcement of her retirement in 2025. From breaking barriers in the brass world to inspiring a new generation of musicians, Alison’s legacy is undeniable - but does the media’s response to her retirement reveal how sexism still shapes the way female musicians are portrayed? The Brass Ceiling Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUA62xbanLEAlison Balsom on the Trumpet Concerto of Wynton Marsalis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx_umf4Mc5I✨New Episodes Every Monday✨Let’s Get Social 📱For more Classical Queens, follow us on: Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ChordsandQueensTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chordsandqueens⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chordsandqueens?igsh=eGlkYWgyN3hmMnhm&utm_source=qr⁠ Substack: https://substack.com/@chordsqueens