February is Black History Month – a month-long recognition and tribute to the contributions of generations of African Americans who have played a pivotal role in U.S. history. Noted historian and Harvard alum Carter G. Woodson is known as the “Father of Black History” and is credited as the founder of Black History Month, also known as African American History Month. The theme for Black History Month 2025 is “African Americans and Labor,” with a focus on the various and profound ways that work of all kinds intersects with the collective experiences of Black people. Throughout this month, let us take the opportunity to honor the invaluable impact of Black people in our country, both past and present.

Join the DSO Black History Month celebration and increase your cultural awareness by learning more about Black history, heritage, culture, and music:

• Find out more about Black History Month and the 2025 theme here.
• Explore the Smithsonian’s Black History Month page for informative articles, exhibitions, and podcasts about the history, arts, and culture of the Black experience here.
• Discover ways you can celebrate Black History Month in the DFW here.
• View this inspiring video about Sphinx, a social justice organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts below:

• Review Classic FM’s list of 25 Black musicians who have shaped the classical music world here.
• Watch the informative and inspirational video Black Classical Music: The Forgotten History below:

DSO Black History Month Reflections

Mosaic Community Group Playlist

Curated by the Mosaic Community Group of the Dallas Symphony, enjoy this playlist that pays homage to Black composers, musicians, and artists in classical and choral music. The Mosaic Community Group is comprised of DSO family members from various races, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, and allies dedicated to championing diversity within the DSO.