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Are there any African American composer of classical music?

There are many accomplished African American composers who have made significant contributions to the realm of classical music. Here are a few notable names and one of their compositions:

1. Florence Price (1887-1953):

- Composition: "Symphony No. 1 in E Minor"

2. William Grant Still (1895-1978):

- Composition: "Afro-American Symphony"

3. Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912):

- Composition: "Symphonic Variations on an African Air"

4. Julius Eastman (1940-1990):

- Composition: "Stay On It"

5. George Walker (1922-2018):

- Composition: "Lilacs for Voice and Orchestra"

6. Undine Smith Moore (1902-1989):

- Composition: "Ride On, King Jesus"

7. Valerie Coleman (b. 1970):

- Composition: "Umoja for Orchestra"

8. Anthony Davis (b. 1951):

- Composition: "X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X"

9. Carlos Simon (b. 1986):

- Composition: "Requiem for the Enslaved"

10. Jessie Montgomery (b. 1981):

- Composition: "Starburst for Orchestra"

11. Marjorie Merriweather Post (1887-1973):

- Composition: "Chant for Solo Flute and Strings"

12. John Philip Sousa (1854-1932):

- Composition: "The Stars and Stripes Forever"

These are just a few examples among many talented African American composers who have enriched classical music with their contributions.

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