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#ClassicsaDay #BlackHistoryMonth Week 2, 2024
The challenge for February is to post videos of classical music either written or performed by musicians of color.
#ClassicsaDay #NorthAmClassics Week 3
Finding examples by American composers was easy. But finding performances by Canadian composers proved a little more difficult. And that's a shame. Because the music I found was terrific.
#ClassicsaDay #BlackHistoryMonth 2022 Week 3
February is Black History Month, and a great opportunity to explore the music of black composers. That's what the Classics a Day team felt, anyway.
#ClassicsaDay #BlackLivesMatter Week 4
Classical music isn’t immune to systemic racism. It’s an art form that, like painting, sculpture, literature, or poetry, is a powerful form of expression for many voices. But some voices are heard more often than others.
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