Jeneba Kanneh-Mason: Redefining Repertoire with Story & Authenticity

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Pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason discusses the impact of storytelling and diverse musical influences on her artistic identity and performance approach.

In this episode of Classeek 15’, pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason discusses how storytelling, literature, and diverse musical influences shape her artistic identity and approach to performance. From drawing emotional depth from the books she reads, to championing underrepresented composers like Florence Price, Jeneba reflects on the role of authenticity in programming. She offers insight into how broadening repertoire can open doors to a more inclusive and imaginative future for classical mu...

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Guest: Jeneba Kanneh-Mason

Topics covered

• storytelling
• musical influences
• authenticity
• classical music
• underrepresented composers

Keywords

• Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
• Florence Price
• classical music
• storytelling
• authenticity
• musical repertoire
• inclusive programming

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