Can BIPOC Musicians Shape the Future of Classical Music?

Can the world of classical music become more inclusive given its history? On this episode of Our Body Politic, guest host Celeste Headlee, a journalist and best-selling author, speaks with Professor Philip Ewell, professor of music theory at Hunter College about the history of classical music and Blackness. Then Celeste speaks with professor and Harpist Ashley Jackson about the significance of performing the works of Black female composers. Celeste is also joined by 8-time Grammy-winning musician Christian McBride on the links between jazz and classical music. We round out the show with Lara Downes, concert pianist, musical creator and host of the NPR video series Amplify, about performing for others and her hope for making an impact on the next generation.

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Can BIPOC Musicians Shape the Future of Classical Music? is an episode from Our Body Politic by Diaspora Farms, LLC.

This episode is 00:49:14 long.

This episode was published on Feb 9, 2024.

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