How The Illharmonic’s Mix Of Hip-Hop And Classical Builds Community, One Show At A Time

Jul 27, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Music

Vocalist and composer Jeffrey McNeill says it was back in 1987, when he was still a kid, when he first started hearing the links between hip-hop and classical music. “I was put in flute and piano lessons as a child, and my father introduced me to The Sugarhill...

How Black Music Shaped American Culture: Miami Artists Reflect Ahead Of The Nation’s 250th

Jul 6, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Music

Aswe celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, Americans’ contributions to the country over the years have dominated national conversations. Black residents in the U.S. in particular have contributed everything from transportation to foodways to...

The Classically Trained Musicians Of D-Composed Celebrate Black Composers From Past, Present And Future

Mar 2, 2026 | Music

A group of Black classically trained musicians called D-Composed have made it their mission to celebrate the work of Black composers from the past, present and future. “The mission of D-composed is to enrich our community as classically trained musicians to...

Black History Month: Enjoy Films, Opera, Art Around Southern California

Feb 2, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Film, History, Music

February 2026 is the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, and cultural institutions, art museums, food markets, and a host of regional happenings around Southern California will honor Black culture through fantastic conversations, art exhibits, food events,...

Pérez Art Museum Miami Announces 13th Annual Art + Soul Celebration

Jan 26, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Events, Music

Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) has announced the 13th annual Art + Soul Celebration, one of Miami’s premier social and fundraising events, supporting the PAMM Fund for Black Art. Taking place on Feb. 7, the upcoming celebration honors pioneering artist Fab 5...

15 Most Influential Black Music Artist From Philly

Jan 12, 2026 | Arts + Culture, History, Music

Following the excitement of Jill Scott’s highly anticipated album, we are reminded of the musical talent that hails from the City of Brotherly Love. From Boyz II Men and The Roots developing their sound at Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts...