BlackClassics
Black Classical Musicians
Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with BlackClassics
Take our poll below and tell us what you think
Black History Month is held in October every year in the UK. All over the country local communities organise a variety of events to raise awareness and celebrate the significant contributions made by people of African and Caribbean origin to life in Britain today, as well as throughout our shared history. These events have brought diverse communities together, and have helped to inspire as well as educate.
Black History Month originated in the
As this significant time approaches, some of the many concerts and events taking place throughout the UK will be highlighted which celebrate the contributions of both historical and present-day Black classical musicians.
Read more about what BlackClassics have to offer, and let us celebrate Black History Month with you!
Take our Poll - Tell Us What You Think
The
existence
of Black History Month is being increasingly challenged - due to cuts
to the funding of events and activities many organisations
are unable to take part, or must drastically downgrade their
participation. BlackClassics would like to know if you think Black
History Month should now be completely scrapped, if events and
activities should be spread throughout the year, or whether it should
be integrated into an existing or new annual history awareness
initiative. Maybe you have other ideas - tell us what you think!
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