Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: A Life of Music & Color

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: A Life of Music & Color

Author: King Kurus, Griot of Black & African History November 16, 2022 Duration: 3:20

In this episode, we take a brief look at the life of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor


This episode was made with the support of Olu Lawal, Awele Ibeaji, Ebi, and Ox-boy entertainment.


For those who want to learn to learn more, you can do using the resources linked below:


You can listen to the songs played in this episode using the links below:


  1. A Ballard in A minor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
  2. Hiawatha's Wedding Feast  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S05Jd6iH0nI
  3. Deep River https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9YsbMy0qAg


You can learn more about Samuel Coleridge-Taylor by reading the books listed below (these are affiliate links, please dont hate me)


  1. The Complete Poems of Samuel Taylor Coleridge https://amzn.to/3NTdISR
  2. Black Mahler the Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Story https://amzn.to/3tiOtQx


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The Black History Buff Podcast, hosted by King Kurus, is your gateway to the untold stories of Black history. From African Samurai and pistol-wielding poets to revolutionaries like Fred Hampton and Angela Davis, each episode dives deep into the rich and thrilling history of the *African Diaspora*. We go beyond the textbooks, covering everything from the ancient kingdoms of *African History* to the American *Civil Rights movement* and the trailblazers of *Black British history*. More than just a podcast, this show is a bridge connecting Black communities to the past, offering powerful stories that enlighten, empower, and inspire.
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