When it comes to things that have inspired the great works of composers throughout history, we’ve discussed many of these in episodes past. From bugs to the weather, there is plenty around us to get the creative juices of great artists flowing! Today, we’ll take a look at three pieces that were inspired by the mothers of composers in the past. You’ll find quite the variety of words and styles when it comes to these three compositions! Musical Samples You’ll Hear in this Episode: Empress of Night Op.2, No.3 by Amy Beach Amy Beach – Piano Concerto Augustin Hadelich – Dvořák: “Songs My Mother Taught Me” (with Charles Owen) A. Dvořák: Songs My Mother Taught Me Edith Wiens “Muttertändelei” Richard Strauss Op. 43 Music Listening Schedule for Episode 70 I’ve created a YouTube playlist for you with the music discussed in today’s episode along with some other arrangements of the pieces you’ve heard. Click here to listen to it. Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, head on over to do that today so you don’t miss an episode. Click here to subscribe in iTunes! If you’re feeling extra magnanimous, I would be really grateful if you left a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other families find my podcast learn more about music. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what you love about Busy Kids Love Music. Thanks!