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The article focuses on the challenges and triumphs of African Americans in classical music, highlighting the Harlem Chamber Players and the all-Black classical ensemble D-Composed. Topics include the underrepresentation of Black composers in orchestras, the historical significance of Black artists in classical music, and the celebration of Harlem's cultural legacy through exhibitions such as "harlem is… Theater, Music, and Dance."

The article focuses on the significance of Black country music beyond Beyonce, discussing the criticism and challenges faced by Black artists in the genre. Topics include Alice Randall's efforts to spotlight overlooked Black figures in country music, the release of her book "My Black Country" and its accompanying soundtrack featuring diverse Black artists, and the broader historical context of Black contributions to country music.

The article discusses Richard Beavers, a native New Yorker who runs Black-owned art galleries in Manhattan and Brooklyn, specializing in showcasing Black artists and art that reflects various aspects of Black culture, social issues, and inclusivity. It mentions that aiming to uplift and inspire the community through conscious and thought-provoking exhibitions.

The article reviews the musical "Rock & Roll Man" at New World Stages, which tells the inspiring story of Alan Freed, a white DJ who coined the term "rock 'n' roll" for Black artists' soulful music and played them on a white-owned radio station, featuring great music from the 1950s and 1960s.