Nina Simone | Black History Month 2024

Nina Simone - Singer, Songwriter, pianist, composer, arranger, and civil rights activist
This year’s theme is dedicated to African Americans and the Arts.
Acknowledging the profound influence across literature, visual arts, dance, music, and beyond that have shaped our history, paving the path for a brighter future.
Empowering the past, celebrating the present, and shaping the future!
#BlackHistoryMonth
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