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Mirai Sumino

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Shining a Light on Forgotten Female ComposersMiku Kadonos Debut Album, Filled with Masterpieces of French Music and the Joy of RediscoveryMiku Kadonos debut album, *Appels*, is an ambitious collection centered on *Legendary Women*, a collection of works by Mel Bonisa female composer who lived during the same era as the modern French music masters Debussy and Ravel but whose work remained long overlookedin addition to pieces by those very masters. The program offers a fresh perspective on French music of the Belle poque while allowing listeners to savor the resonant charm of these contemporary artistsMel Bonis, Debussy, and Ravel.Furthermore, this album marks the landmark first release from Appels, the new label launched by Miki Kadono. Appels means call in French, and true to its name, this album invites listeners to discover long-forgotten masterpieces and new music.Mel Bonis (18581937) was a