Lawrence Brownlee on his new album, Rising

Lawrence Brownlee, a renowned tenor celebrated for his insightful contributions to classical music, discusses his new album featuring contemporary African-American composers. He highlights the importance of representation and authenticity in music, inspired by the social climate following George Floyd's death. Brownlee encourages artists to celebrate uplifting themes over struggle. The conversation dives into the collaborative art of vocal performance and the universal appeal of African-American compositions, stressing their vital place in classical music.