The Sound of 13

 

Recognizing the significant influence and contributions of Afro Americans to classical music through the lens of the 13th Amendment.

A 13-week series launching October 27 on Classical 90.7, KVNO airing Tuesdays at 9 p.m. and Saturdays at 4 p.m.

Garrett McQueen, the host of "The Sound of 13", is a professional bassoonist who has performed with symphonies and in venues across the country. He is also an accomplished instructor, giving master classes, acting as a guest instructor, adjudicating West Tennessee Band auditions, and teaching a studio of flutists/oboists/bassoonists consisting of middle school, high school, and undergraduate college students. He has performed in multiple Broadway Musicals and keeps himself busy in other freelance activities, including being featured in Indie Rock tracks produced by Goner Records (2009) and True Panther Sounds (2010). Garrett has been both a performer and guest host on APM's "Performance Today", and he has also ap-peared on a wide array of television shows, including Oxygen's "Snapped: Killer Couples", TV One's "Fatal Attraction", and Fox's "Glee".

As a strong advocate for the diversification of classical music and the advancement of Black musicians in the field, Garrett has used his platforms on local, national, and international airwaves to promote Black artistry in classical music. He has spoken and written on diversity and equity, including his series on "The Relationship Between Race and Classical Music" byArts in a Changing America.

Garrett collaborates with arts organizations as an equity consultant, guest speaker, and curator. He serves on the board of theAmerican Composers Forumas Equity Committee Chair.