Musicians of the African American Composer Initiative perform during a previous AACI concert at Eastside College Prep in East Palo Alto. Courtesy AACI. The endeavor to challenge the limiting way in ...

Editor’s note: UPMC Washington Teen Outreach recently held its 15th Black History Month Essay Contest. Here is one of the winning essays. 4.3% of America’s population consists of thriving Black ...

This post was updated May 22 at 9:43 p.m. Community and tradition inspire the performers of the Old-Time String Band and African American Music Ensemble. Each class of musical performers has shared a ...

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s (CSO) African American Network is set to present a series of remarkable performances in the 2024/2025 season that underscore the rich tapestry of African American ...

SEATTLE — A powerful new exhibit at Seattle's Museum of Pop Culture is amplifying the sounds and stories of African American musical legends, including Seattle native Jimi Hendrix. The exhibit, titled ...

Goggans grew up in East Cleveland and the University Circle neighborhood/area knowing early in life that music, he played drums in his family’s church, and performing was his future. When CCGS started ...

Debora Wondercheck is the force responsible for organizing some of Orange County’s most unique art and music programming. The founder of the nonprofit Arts & Learning Conservatory spearheads ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The National Museum of African American Music will host a special day-long celebration on Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, offering free admission and programming to honor ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Preview this article 1 min Henry Beecher Hicks III, the ...

The “Black Church in Detroit” explores the history and influence of Black religious music. For Black Music Month, host Stephen Henderson talks with Rev. Larry Simmons of Baber Memorial AME Church and ...