Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Artina McCain, piano

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By classical intern

Published August 17, 2017 at 9:32 AM EDT

Pianist and Coordinator of Keyboard Studies at the University of Memphis, Artina McCain, has built a three-fold career as a performer, educator and speaker. Recent performance highlights include guest appearances with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Oregon East Symphony and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. As a recitalist, her credits include performances at the Mahidol University in Bangkok, Hatch Recital Hall at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester and a 2022 debut at Wigmore Hall in London.

McCain is a Yamaha Artist and recently won a Gold Global Music Award for her recent solo album project "Heritage."

More information can be found on McCain's website.