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Stephen Spottswood
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Apr 13, 2022

Rhythm Rules the World

Let’s talk about rhythm. When it comes to hip-hop, there is a lot to admire and learn rhythmically. The construction of rhythms and beats takes a high level of skill and creativity. Rhythm rules the world. Think about how the earth revolves around the sun. …

Rhythm

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Rhythm Rules the World
Rhythm Rules the World
Rhythm

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Jan 1, 2022

My Black perspective on classical music

I wanted to share my Black perspective on classical music and some of my thoughts on the genre in conjunction with my love for hip-hop & jazz. Here are some of my thoughts: Violin Concerto in B minor Mov. 1 — Elgar (played by Nikolaj Znaider) It was 2007. I…

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My Black Perspective on Classical Music
My Black Perspective on Classical Music

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Oct 25, 2020

Jesus Wanted to Heal a Community

Jesus Wanted to Heal a Community. By Stephen Spottswood Jesus Wanted to Heal a Community Where there was broken dreams No support from his Dad and too short to make the basketball team To play the cello and resonate the truth no one could bear after school she went home to cigarette holes and no lights in Suitland Drawing the bow upon the string melody would be a refuge and others would notice and take delight

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Jesus Wanted to Heal a Community
Jesus Wanted to Heal a Community

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Feb 23, 2020

Black Thoughts on Classical Music: Socially a Problem vs. Musically a Gem

Black Thoughts on Classical Music: Socially a Problem, Musically a Gem. By Stephen Spottswood It was 2007. I was a black teenager. Sixteen years old — a junior in high school when my private viola instructor gave me a complimentary ticket to see Nikolaj Znaider play the Elgar Violin Concerto…

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Black Thoughts on Classical Music: Socially a Problem vs. Musically a Gem
Black Thoughts on Classical Music: Socially a Problem vs. Musically a Gem

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