The Silent Canon is produced by KVNO in partnership with the Omaha Symphony and seeks to celebrate the important contributions of Black composers, conductors and musicians to the canon of classical music.
The history of Western classical music is often experienced through a narrow lens that leaves out important figures and works of art. This begs the question: who do we celebrate and why? Created by conductor, musician, and educator Dr. Anthony Trecek-King, The Silent Canon explores the work of Black artists, centering their stories and their music.
The Omaha Symphony and Classical 90.7 KVNO have partnered to support this new radio program that explores these important issues of erasure in classical music and celebrates music that has long been ignored. Omaha native Trecek-King guides listeners through a re-education of sorts through the music of Black artists that has been excluded from the canon.
How to Listen
The Silent Canon can be heard on-air and online Tuesdays at 9 p.m. and re-broadcasted the following Saturdays at 4 p.m. beginning February 23 through May 22. Listen on Classical 90.7 KVNO via the KVNO smartphone app, streaming online at kvno.org, or via smart speakers.
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