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How The Illharmonic's mix of hip-hop and classical builds community, one show at a time

The Illharmonic Orchestra's performances blend hip-hop lyricism with classical instrumentation, and feature all-Black musical ensembles. The group's leaders speak with NPR's Juana Summers about how they build community around their high-energy performances and represent musicians.

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  • Primary source: NPR
  • Published: Jul 24, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC
  • Coverage area: Culture & Society
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