Opinion

Black History Month: preparing for the future

When it comes to Black History Month, there is a tendency for teachers in the UK to focus on the music of Black Americans. Nathan Holder makes the case for shining the spotlight on a broader range of Black music, and especially the culture of contemporary Black Britons
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Black History Month in the UK represents a time of year when people from various backgrounds focus on the achievements of the Black diaspora. In music education, this naturally means focusing on the output of musicians, as a way to honour, respect and remember how their contributions have shaped our world sonically. In the weeks and months leading up to Black History Month, the thoughts of many educators turn to the best ways to present some of the music created by Black people throughout history. This usually takes the form of listening and playlists, designed to introduce or reintroduce others to certain musicians and their music.

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