The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Presents: Celebrating Black Composers January, 2021 Dear Fellow Educators, When we talk about classical music, composers of color are often left out of the conversation. Students often learn about Mozart, but not about Florence Price, the first Black female composer to have her music performed by a major symphony orchestra. With our second youth concert of the season, we hope to positively change this part of the classical music experience for the students in attendance. Through our program, Celebrating Black Composers, we hope to uplift and honor Black composers and musicians by telling their stories and playing their music. We’ve created fun and engaging lessons that will help you and your students prepare for the remote or in-person concert experience. Jen Guzman, Director of Education VISIT THE DALLAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S EDUCATIONAL WEB SITE: www.DSOkids.com https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTCMNK7 Activities for Celebrating Black Composers teacher’s guide were prepared by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Curriculum Development Team: Linda Arbolino, Jane Aten, Tony Driggers, Jen Guzman, Sarah Hatler, and Kevin Roberts. This volume of the teacher’s guide was produced and edited by Dallas Symphony Orchestra Education Staff Members Sarah Hatler and Jen Guzman. Materials in this teacher’s guide can be photocopied for classroom use. If you have any questions about the concerts or material in this guide, please email Sarah Hatler at
[email protected]. 1 Table of Contents Concert specific information YouTube Playlist p. 3 Who’s Who p. 4 Composer Biographies p. 7 Pre-Concert Activity Strategies for Mindful Listening p.