Composer Jessie Montgomery uses music to connect with the world
On the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast, we learn about Jessie Montgomery, a composer, violinist and educator whose music helps her connect with the world. Listen now.
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Rhapsody in Black
Where we turn up the voices of Black artists in the world of classical music, with host Vernon Neal.
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Conductor Kedrick Armstrong looks to the past and the future
Conductor Kedrick Armstrong uses both archives and youth education to serve the longevity of classical music by working to represent everyone in the concert hall. Find out more on the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Pamela Z expands the boundaries of classical music
Pamela Z is a visionary artist who embraces new ideas about identity and technology in her music. 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, fosters artistic innovation and pushes the boundaries of classical music. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Stevie Wonder, the influential artist who transformed R&B and funk music
Explore the legendary career of Stevie Wonder, the influential artist who transformed R&B and funk music. From his soulful voice to his groundbreaking compositions, learn about his classical music roots, record-breaking hits and his magnum opus. Find out more on the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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Mary Lou Williams is perfect for concert halls and jazz clubs
Mary Lou Williams’ artistic vision and her ability to blend diverse musical influences into a cohesive and unique composition are perfect for concert halls and jazz clubs. Find out more on the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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Alice Coltrane uses music to heal and find peace
Jazz pianist and harpist Alice Coltrane studied classical and gospel early on. Jazz, on the other hand, helped her develop her own creativity, improvisation and expression. Find out more on the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Errollyn Wallen's compositions are out of this world
Composer Errollyn Wallen has had teachers tell her that classical music is ‘not her sort of music’ and has had to deal with being underestimated her whole life. Now she is one of the United Kingdom’s leading composers. Find out more in the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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Pianist Michelle Cann inspires next generation as a noted music teacher
Michelle Cann is a trailblazing African American concert pianist and teacher who is inspiring the next generation of musicians at the Manhattan School of Music and the Curtis Institute. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
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Violinist George Bridgetower left his mark on Beethoven
Violinist and composer George Bridgetower was good friends with Ludwig Van Beethoven. So much so that Beethoven wrote a violin sonata just for him. Find out more in the latest episode of the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.
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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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