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Melanated Moments in Classical Music podcast

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Melanated Moments in Classical Music

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  Classical Music Indy  

Melanated Moments in Classical Music is a podcast produced by Classical Music Indy that shines a spotlight on musical works composed by, for, and about people of color. Melanated Moments is hosted by international opera soprano Angela Brown and music sociologist Joshua Thompson. For some listeners, Melanated Moments will uncover a hidden trove of classical music they never knew existed. For those with a deep knowledge of the genre, stories reflecting the cultural context of the African Diaspora will give a fresh voice to black contributions in the world of classical music.

Melanated Moments in Classical Music is a podcast produced by Classical Music Indy that shines a spotlight on musical works composed by, for, and about people of color. Melanated Moments is hosted by international opera soprano Angela Brown and music sociologist Joshua Thompson. For some listeners, Melanated Moments will uncover a hidden trove of classical music they never knew existed. For those with a deep knowledge of the genre, stories reflecting the cultural context of the African Diaspora will give a fresh voice to black contributions in the world of classical music.

 

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#59

Recap Pt. 2: Melanated Moments in Classical Music

Featuring some of the world's most talented and innovative Black composers and musicians f... more

15 Nov 2023

57 MINS

57:31

15 Nov 2023

#58

Recap Pt. 1: Melanated Moments in Classical Music

Join us for a recap of the first three seasons of the Melanated Moments in Classical Music... more

08 Nov 2023

39 MINS

39:45

08 Nov 2023

#57

The Ordering of Moses: An African-American Masterwork

Joshua and Angela examine the remarkable oratorio The Ordering of Moses by African-America... more

01 Nov 2023

36 MINS

36:04

01 Nov 2023

#56

Joshua Thompson: A Force for Change in Classical Music

Pianist, music sociologist, and occasional trumpeter, <a href='https://www.classicalmusici... more

25 Oct 2023

40 MINS

40:56

25 Oct 2023

#55

Oswald Russell: Jamaica's Artistic Ambassador

The international impact of pianist/composer, <a href='https://www.musicunitesjamaica.com/... more

18 Oct 2023

23 MINS

23:01

18 Oct 2023

#54

Karen Slack: The Melanated Maven of Opera

Angela and Joshua welcome opera superstar, arts administrator, and 2022 Sphinx Medal of Ex... more

11 Oct 2023

42 MINS

42:42

11 Oct 2023

#53

Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony: A Symphony of Our Ancestors' Spirit

Joshua and Angela discuss the foresight and impact of composer, musicologist, arranger, an... more

04 Oct 2023

28 MINS

28:18

04 Oct 2023

#52

Cracking Classical Music’s Cultural Code with Nkeiru Okoye

In this episode, Angela and Joshua introduce our listening audience to 2021 Guggenheim Fel... more

27 Sep 2023

40 MINS

40:49

27 Sep 2023

#51

Mary Lou Williams: The First Lady of Jazz Makes Her Mark

Angela and Joshua open Season Seven with an exposé on pianist, musicologist, and The First... more

20 Sep 2023

33 MINS

33:38

20 Sep 2023

#50

Singing as Service with Kenneth Overton

Season Six wraps with a high-energy conversation with Grammy Award-winning baritone <a hre... more

26 Apr 2023

41 MINS

41:35

26 Apr 2023

#49

Paul Robeson: A Rebel with a Cause

Joshua and Angela delve into the many facets of Paul Robeson, the man behind the voice tha... more

19 Apr 2023

25 MINS

25:16

19 Apr 2023

#48

Defining the Soundtrack of American Music with Dr. Portia Maultsby

 <a href='https://folklore.indiana.edu/about/emeriti-faculty/maultsby-portia.html'>Dr. Por... more

12 Apr 2023

47 MINS

47:41

12 Apr 2023

#47

The Artistic Kaleidoscope of Amanda Ira Aldridge

British-born composer, opera singer, and teacher Amanda Ira Aldridge is the topic of conve... more

03 Apr 2023

20 MINS

20:04

03 Apr 2023

#46

Call Him by His Name: Joseph Bologne, The Man Who Influenced Mozart

Angela and Joshua welcome Maestro <a href='http://www.marlondaniel.com/'>Marlon Daniel</a>... more

29 Mar 2023

25 MINS

25:47

29 Mar 2023

#45

Swinging the Classics with Hazel Scott

This week’s episode features Hazel Scott, a child prodigy, piano virtuoso, and one of the ... more

22 Mar 2023

23 MINS

23:07

22 Mar 2023

#44

Creating a "New Canon" of Classical Music with Portia Dunkley

In this episode, Angela and Joshua welcome Portia Dunkley, founder of the <a href='https:/... more

15 Mar 2023

48 MINS

48:09

15 Mar 2023

#43

Scott Joplin: The King of Ragtime Writes an Opera

Season Six debuts with a feature of Scott Joplin, the King of Ragtime. Bridging the gap be... more

08 Mar 2023

25 MINS

25:49

08 Mar 2023

#42

CAAPA's Melanated Mission: Bringing Color to the Classics

Angela and Joshua cap Season Five with Terri Allen, Executive Director of the <a href='htt... more

07 Dec 2022

46 MINS

46:27

07 Dec 2022

#41

George Bridgetower: A Classical Commodity

Joshua and Angela discuss the life and times of Europe's most renowned virtuoso violinist ... more

30 Nov 2022

24 MINS

24:29

30 Nov 2022