Over the course of time there have been many overlooked artists in classical music, because of their race and/or gender. It is important to acknowledge that we have not yet heard the whole story due to this sidelining of voices. “Uncovered” is a multi-volume anthology highlighting string quartet works by historically important Black composers, which aims to bring greater awareness and programming of their music. Volume 3 from the Catalyst Quartet profiles three American composers who lived through the various Black artistic, political, and social projects that transformed the 20th century; and the deep contradictions that continue to plague the United States today: George Walker, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, and William Grant Still.
Uncovered, Volume 3: George Walker, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, William Grant Still – Catalyst Quartet
