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Rhapsody in Black YourClassical
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Where we turn up the voices of Black artists in the world of classical music, with host Vernon Neal.
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Composer Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson was an advocate for the Black Community
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson was a skilled pianist and conductor who composed and performed in the classical, television, theater, jazz and film industries, while also advocating for the Black community in the performing arts. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Organist Alcee Chriss III is breaking down barriers in classical music
Organist Alcee Chriss III breaks down barriers and attracts new audiences to organ music through his incorporation of jazz and gospel. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Grammy-nominated cellist Seth Parker Woods pushes boundaries of classical music
Seth Parker Woods is a cellist who wholeheartedly embraces new compositions, artistic innovation and pushes the boundaries of classical music. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Black Violin mixes hip-hop and classical to create an unabashedly Black sound
The award-winning strings duo Black Violin has been mixing classical and hip hop for over twenty years. The group’s goal is to make the violin and viola sound naturally and unabashedly Black. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Woman-powered trio String Queens making a difference in the world
The String Queens are a woman-powered string trio based out of Washington D.C. who have made a difference in their community and in the classical music arena through their non-traditional programming and performances. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Celebrating composer Julia Perry's 100th birthday
Composer Julia Perry for years existed only in the margins. Lost to time because of structural racism and sexism in America, her works are finally getting renewed attention. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.