In today’s episode, we’ll meet harpist Ann Hobson Pilot. a woman whose talent and prowess as a harp player shattered the color barrier of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in 1969, leading her to forge a decorated career as a harpist, inspiring many of the Black classical musicians of today.
For over 4 decades Ann forged an awe-inspiring career through some of our country’s most intense racial moments while performing at the highest level in a field of music most known for racial and social prejudice.
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Credits:
Written and Produced by: David A. Norville
Co-hosts: Joy Payton Stevens & Titus Underwood
Music Credits:
Journey To Ascend by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/8951-journey-to-ascend