Archive for June 2024
Rahsaan Roland Kirk: The Multi-Instrumental Jazz Genius
As we are more than halfway through Black Music Month, we have several more artists that we want to share with you. We dedicate this post to the legacy of the extraordinary multi-instrumentalist and jazz musician Rahsaan Roland Kirk. Known for his remarkable ability to play multiple instruments simultaneously and his innovative approach to music,…
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June is Black Music Month and we’re continuing our series about trailblazing musicians. Our next featured musician is Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones. Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones, often referred to as “The Black Patti,” was a pioneering Black American soprano who broke racial barriers in the world of classical music and opera during the late 19th…
Read MoreUncovering the Legacies of Trailblazing Musicians
June is Black Music Month. Recognized since 1979, Black Music Month celebrates the profound impact of Black music on our culture and history. From the soulful rhythms of jazz and blues to the revolutionary beats of hip-hop, Black musicians have shaped the soundscape of our world. This month, we honor not only the artists, composers,…
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