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The Music Is Black: A British Story
125 years of Black music-making in Britain. This landmark exhibition will reveal how Black British music has shaped British culture. Spanning four continents and 12 decades, this is a story of excellence and struggle, resilience and joy.
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The Music Is Black: A British Story
Supported by The Huo Family Foundation
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