The American classical music vernacular would never be complete without the catalogs of great composers like William Grant Still, Florence Price, and George Walker. But even so, Black voices have been ...

A primer on medieval chants, minimalist opera and everything in between.

Presenting AfroClassical Composers, a new non-profit organization founded to celebrate the contributions of African-American, and other African Diaspora classical music composers will present its ...

Everyday, contemporary composers are making their mark on the sonic palette of classical music. Throughout history, there have been incredible examples of music, artforms, and creative cultures forged ...

Although few people can name even three black classical composers, the Chicago-based violinist Rachel Barton Pine can name 350. Pine’s RBP Foundation Music by Black Composers (MBC) project has ...

As we celebrate female trailblazers this month with Great Performances: Ann and Great Performances – Gloria: A Life, we’re highlighting five female composers who helped pave a musical pathway into the ...

Close your eyes for a moment and think about the most memorable movie scenes you've ever watched. Chances are, you're not just seeing the visuals. You're hearing the music. That sweeping orchestral ...

Jessie Montgomery is having a moment. Several moments at once, actually. In the past several years, the 40-year-old composer and violinist has rapidly become a poster child for the shifting classical ...