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Black History Month Celebration Tour Dates & Tickets

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Black History Month Celebration is a vibrant, multiplicity-forward performer page spotlighting a lineup that honors the rich musical legacy of Black artists. This year’s edition brings together renowned cellist/composer Akua Dixon, soprano/composer Candice Hoyes, clarinetist Don Byron, and host/performer Terrance McKnight for a series of intimate, community-centered performances. Held across four iconic venues in the New York metropolitan area, these events blend classical, jazz, and contemporary genres to celebrate heritage, artistry, and collaboration.

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Quick Facts About Black History Month Celebration

  • 2025 BHC events span Newark (Feb 1), Brooklyn (Feb 9), New York Institute for Special Education (Feb 11), and Schomburg Center (Feb 13).
  • Featured artists in 2025 include Akua Dixon (cellist/composer), Candice Hoyes (soprano/composer), Don Byron (clarinet), and Terrance McKnight (host/performer).
  • Venues include Newark School of the Arts (Newark, NJ), Brooklyn Public Library Central Library (Brooklyn, NY), New York Institute for Special Education (New York, NY), and Schomburg Center (Harlem, NYC).
  • Complete performer discographies cover Candice Hoyes, Akua Dixon and Don Byron, with multiple albums on labels such as Whirlwind, Akua’s Music, Intakt, Blue Note, Savoy and Nonesuch.
  • Social media presence includes The Harlem Chamber Players on Instagram/Facebook/X/YouTube and Candice Hoyes’ Bandcamp and official site for updates.

The records

Black History Month Celebration Discography

  • Candice Hoyes - Nite Bjuti
    2023 · Whirlwind Recordings
  • Candice Hoyes - Blue Lagoon Woman (EP)
    2021 · Self-released (Bandcamp)
  • Akua Dixon - Moving On
    2011 · Akua's Music
  • Akua Dixon - Akua Dixon
    2015 · Akua's Music
  • Akua Dixon - Akua's Dance
    2017 · Akua's Music
  • Don Byron - Random Dances and (A)Tonalities
    2018 · Intakt
  • Don Byron - Love, Peace, and Soul
    2011 · Savoy
  • Don Byron - Music for Six Musicians
    1995 · Blue Note
  • Don Byron - You Are #6: More Music for Six Musicians
    2001 · Blue Note
  • Don Byron - Romance with the Unseen
    1999 · Blue Note
  • Don Byron - Bug Music
    1996 · Nonesuch
  • Don Byron - No-Vibe Zone: Live at the Knitting Factory
    1996 · Knitting Factory
  • Don Byron - Don Byron Plays the Music of Mickey Katz
    1993 · Nonesuch
  • Don Byron - Tuskegee Experiments
    1992 · Nonesuch

The hits

Top Black History Month Celebration Songs

  • Candice Hoyes - Far Away Star
    2025 · N/A
  • Candice Hoyes - Rain
    2021 · N/A
  • Candice Hoyes - Waiting for the World (Tired)
    2021 · N/A
  • Candice Hoyes - Zora's Moon
    2020 · N/A
  • Candice Hoyes - Zora's Moon (Natasha Diggs Remix)
    2021 · N/A

Upcoming 2025 Tour Dates

  • Newark, NJ — Newark School of the Arts (Feb 1)
  • Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Public Library Central Library (Feb 9)
  • New York, NY — New York Institute for Special Education (Feb 11)
  • Harlem, NY — Schomburg Center (Feb 13)

Featured Artists

The 2025 Black History Month Celebration showcases a curated lineup designed to highlight both established and emerging voices in modern Black music. Audience members can expect performances that fuse classical textures with jazz improvisation, storytelling, and cultural dialogue.

Akua Dixon — Cellist & Composer

Akua Dixon is a renowned cellist and composer with a distinguished career spanning decades. Her work bridges classical composition and jazz idioms, and she has collaborated with leading ensembles and labels such as Whirlwind, Akua’s Music, and Savoy. She is celebrated for her lush string arrangements and innovative approach to chamber-jazz fusion.

Candice Hoyes — Soprano & Composer

Candice Hoyes is a versatile soprano and composer whose catalog includes commissioned pieces and acclaimed albums on labels such as Intakt and Nonesuch. Her work blends lyrical vocal technique with contemporary storytelling, and she maintains an active presence on Bandcamp and through her official site for updates.

Don Byron — Clarinetist

Don Byron is a clarinet virtuoso known for cross-genre performances that traverse jazz, classical, and world music. With a prolific discography on Blue Note, Savoy, and related labels, his performances offer improvisational prowess grounded in deep musical history.

Terrance McKnight — Host & Performer

Terrance McKnight brings thoughtful curation and engaging presentation to each event, guiding audiences through a rich tapestry of performance and dialogue. He is a recognized host and performer within the New York music scene.

Discography Highlights

This year’s program spotlights albums and compositions from the featured artists:

  • Albums released on Intakt and Nonesuch; recent works available on Bandcamp and official artist site.
  • Notable releases on Whirlwind and Akua’s Music; celebrated for orchestral arrangements and ensemble projects.
  • Discography across Blue Note, Savoy, and other labels, with a repertoire embracing jazz and innovative modern works.

For the most current release information, visit each artist’s official pages and social profiles below.

Venue Details

All performances happen at prestigious New York metro venues with seating options to fit various preferences. Newark School of the Arts (Newark, NJ), Brooklyn Public Library Central Library (Brooklyn, NY), New York Institute for Special Education (New York, NY), and Schomburg Center (Harlem, NYC) provide intimate spaces that enhance the music’s immediacy and cultural context.

Note: Date to be announced for any changes or additions to the 2025 schedule. If an event is RESCHEDULED from a prior date, we’ll clearly indicate the original date: RESCHEDULED from its original date.

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Whether you’re a longtime jazz aficionado or new to the Black History Month celebrations, this page provides a comprehensive overview of the artist lineup, discography highlights, and upcoming performances. If you’re looking to attend, check the event pages for each date and venue: Newark School of the Arts (Newark, NJ), Brooklyn Public Library Central Library (Brooklyn, NY), New York Institute for Special Education (New York, NY), and Schomburg Center (Harlem, NYC). Remember to verify the date once announced and to follow social channels for the latest updates.

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