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Where we turn up the voices of Black artists in the world of classical music, with host Vernon Neal.... more
FAQs about Rhapsody in Black:How many episodes does Rhapsody in Black have?The podcast currently has 126 episodes available.
May 22, 2025Julius Eastman composed music that challenged oppressive stereotypesComposer and pianist Julius Eastman’s personal philosophy was, “To be what I am to the fullest.” A graduate of the Curtis Institute, his music was highly acclaimed and challenged racist and homophobic stereotypes. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast....more5minPlay
May 15, 2025Miles Davis reinvented the jazz sceneJazz trumpeter Miles Davis redefined the genre in subtle and caustic ways. While he had great success he was always restless for innovation. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast. ...more5minPlay
May 08, 2025Composer Jessie Montgomery uses music to connect with the worldOn 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....more5minPlay
May 01, 2025Paul Robeson brought spirituals and Black history to the main stagePaul Robeson was a star of stage and screen, but his passion was sharing spirituals. His goal was to elevate them to the same level as other musical forms. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast....more5minPlay
April 24, 2025Duke Ellington's 'Black, Brown and Beige' fuses jazz with classical orchestrationDuke Ellington once said, “All arrangements of historic American Negro music have been made by conservatory-trained musicians who inevitably handle it with a European technique. It’s time a big piece of music was written from the inside.” That piece of music premiered in 1943 in Carnegie Hall, and it was titled ‘Black, Brown, and Beige.’ Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast....more5minPlay
April 17, 2025Pianist Michelle Cann inspires next generation as a noted music teacherMichelle 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....more5minPlay
April 10, 2025Wynton Marsalis has jazz and classical chopsTrumpeter Wynton Marsalis is internationally known for his outstanding career in jazz. Many don’t know that he has also found success in classical music. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast. ...more5minPlay
April 03, 2025Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason is a young and promising classical music superstarAt 19, Sheku Kanneh-Mason became the first Black musician to win BBC Young Musician of the Year. A genuine classical music superstar who grabbed the spotlight early, he continues to focus on what is most important to him: the music, the cello and music education. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast....more5minPlay
March 27, 2025Black Violin mixes hip-hop and classical to create an unabashedly Black soundThe 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....more5minPlay
March 20, 2025Duke Ellington defied mid-20th century labels with 'The Queen's Suite'Pianist, composer and innovator Duke Ellington is famous today for his jazz and swing music. However, he had a few other visions kicking around in his tool box, including some memorable suites such as ‘The Queen’s Suite.’ Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast....more5minPlay
FAQs about Rhapsody in Black:How many episodes does Rhapsody in Black have?The podcast currently has 126 episodes available.