EPISODE · Jun 18, 2025 · 0 MIN
Charles Burrell, ‘Jackie Robinson of Classical Music,’ Dies at 104
from AURN News · host Ebony McMorris, Jamie Jackson, Clay Cane
Charles Burrell, the first African American to join a major U.S. symphony orchestra and a celebrated jazz musician, has died at 104. Known as the “Jackie Robinson of classical music,” Burrell left a legacy of excellence, resilience, and cultural bridge-building. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Charles Burrell, the first African American to join a major U.S. symphony orchestra and a celebrated jazz musician, has died at 104. Known as the “Jackie Robinson of classical music,” Burrell left a legacy of excellence, resilience, and cultural bridge-building. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter
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