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DSO Classical Roots Celebration Honors African-American Legacy

by Jerome Vaughn | March 6, 2015

Detroit Symphony Orchestra Honors African American Artists in Classical Music

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The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is holding its annual Classical Roots celebration this weekend.

The performances are designed to honor the legacy of African-Americans in classical music.

Paul Hogle is the DSO’s Executive Vice President. He spoke with WDET’s Jerome Vaughn. Hogle says the Classical Roots program is well into its fourth decade.

A special black tie event is scheduled for Saturday night

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Jerome Vaughn, News Director

Jerome Vaughn is News Director at 101.9 WDET. He joined WDET in 1992 to help chronicle Detroit’s comeback and let people around the world know the truth about his hometown.

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