Posts Tagged ‘Classical music’
Citadel football star Morris Robinson becomes surprise Black opera singer
Morris Robinson had dreams of making it as a pro football player until his voice proved to be the talent that would take him to the big stage. Raised in southwest Atlanta, Robinson focused more on football while singing in the church choir as a youth. His skills on the football field led to a…
Read Morev: Opera singer Morris Robinson sheds light on diversity in classical music
Opera singer Morris Robinson sheds light on diversity in classical music when it comes to the performers and audience.
Read MoreElectric violinist Joy Black combines her love of hip-hop and classical music
Name: Joy Black Instrument: Electric violin City: Atlanta, Ga. Style/Genre: Classical, Hip-Hop, Pop, Arabic Rolling out recently spoke with electric violinist Joy Black about her love of hip-hop and classical music and the exciting and eclectic ways she melds multiple musical genres to create her unique sound. First, how did it all start for you? It all started for…
Read MoreChicago piano prodigy Joshua Mhoon plays classical music for royalty
Fourteen-year-old Chicago-born piano prodigy Joshua Mhoon is a classical music phenom. Mhoon has traveled around the world, performing in some of the world’s most elite venues. He’s been known for performing smashups of Beethoven and Bruno Mars and made it sound amazing. He has also showcased “Chopin Prelude” and Prelude” in F Major as well.…
Read MoreJason Rodgers presents 1st all-Black orchestra in Atlanta
Jason Rodgers, a Philadelphia native, moved to Atlanta to serve as the music director of the Clarkston Civic Orchestra. Prior to this move, Rodgers has appeared with many exceptional orchestras nationally. Some of the accolades Rodger has been awarded include first prize in the London Classical Soloists competition and being named winner of the International Conducting…
Read Morev: Soulful musician Tulani explains why she’s not a typical harp player
Tulani is known for her innovative spin on the harp, choosing to cover songs by the likes of funk singer James Brown instead of classical artists such as Beethoven. She explains her approach to the harp and how she developed a passion for music.
Read More5 black child geniuses who achieve at classical music
Music will always have a profound affect on children. Due to nationwide budget cuts in music programs, most kids are only exposed to music often introduced by mainstream outlets. However, there are still a multitude of black children who are picking up instruments and mastering their craft. Click continue to view five black child geniuses who achieve…
Read More‘Sparkle’ Cast Member Sturge Moreland Talks Acting and Music In Detroit
One of the Sparkle cast’s newest members, Sturge Moreland, is not at all new to Detroit’s entertainment scene. Moreland, who began his career traveling the world and performing musical genres from classical to R&B, has put down roots in Motown and is lending his signature falsetto sound to a number of projects around Detroit. Most…
Read MoreDantes Rameau’s Atlanta Music Project Changing Young Lives, Needs Instruments
Canadian-raised Dantes Rameau is a 28-year-old classically trained bassoonist who serves as the co-founder and director of the nonprofit Atlanta Music Project (AMP). Entering its second year, the program is one of hundreds of programs that duplicated the success of the El Sistema (“The System”), Venezuela’s globally acclaimed National Youth Orchestra System that has trained…
Read MoreTammy McCann Tells Stories With Her Gift of Song
Tammy McCann is a gifted vocalist whose powerful, sultry and soulful voice paints pictures and tells stories with a blend of jazz, gospel and classical forms. –tony binns How did you get started singing? I started singing through my first music teacher, Dr. Lena McLin, at Kenwood Academy. I sang a little bit at church,…
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