We’re back and bringing the energy! Classically Black 2025 returns to Kings Place on Saturday 18 October 2025 with a full day of performances, discussions, and fresh new talent — all celebrating Black and global majority brilliance in classical music. Now in its second year, Classically Black is more than […]
On April 3rd, Charisse Beaumont, CEO of Black Lives in Music, attended a reception at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles III. The event celebrated people and organisations doing incredible work for community music across the UK. Charisse’s invitation to such a prestigious event speaks volumes about BLiM’s influence and […]
Today, Charisse Beaumont, CEO of Black Lives in Music (BLiM), joined Chancellor Rachel Reeves, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club for a roundtable aimed at boosting the hospitality and leisure industries. But Charisse had a bigger mission: calling out the […]
Rest Salon is an online space created for Black Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent music creatives and professionals. It’s a place to connect with peers, reflect on shared experiences, and simply be—no codeswitching, no masking, just real talk. Hosted by producer and changemaker Eve Horne, and co-created by Black Lives in […]
Black Lives in Music is excited to share that Ammal Bhatia is serving as Conductor in Residence for the London Schools Symphony Orchestra (LSSO), a role he began in September 2024. This residency, created in partnership with Guildhall Young Artists and BLiM, is dedicated to nurturing diverse talent and championing […]
Black Lives in Music (BLiM) and Warner Classics recently hosted an exclusive brunch celebrating emerging Black and underrepresented talent shortlisted for Classically Black 2024. Held at Warner Music Group’s central London offices, the event highlighted Warner Classics’ commitment to increasing diversity and representation within classical music. During the event, Warner […]
Is It Harder to Put On a Rap Concert Than an Indie Gig? Black and Asian-led music events are facing unfair cancellations, over-policing, and licensing barriers, stifling creativity and holding back London’s vibrant music scene. The REMEL (Race Equality in Music Events Licensing) survey, launched by Black Lives in Music […]
Celebrating Poppy Bogle: Our Equaliser Programme Mentee We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Poppy Bogle has been selected as the mentee for this year’s Equaliser Programme! Part of the Serious Take Five mentorship programme, the Equaliser Programme is a special partnership between Black Lives in Music, Serious Music, Barbican, and […]
Black Lives in Music CEO Presents Evidence to Parliament on Misogyny in the Music Industry Charisse Beaumont, CEO of Black Lives in Music (BLiM), presented powerful evidence today to the Women and Equalities Select Committee (WEC) in Parliament, shedding light on the pervasive issues of bullying, harassment, and misogyny within […]
On Friday, 6th December 2024, Black Lives in Music will host ‘Moving the Dial’, an invite-only symposium at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. This special gathering will bring together leaders from conservatoires, music education institutions, and BLiM partners to share ideas and tackle some of the challenges in […]
Last week, our CEO Charisse Beaumont, a Trustee of Help Musicians, had the honour of participating in the Festival of St Cecilia, presented by Help Musicians at the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral. This annual celebration, held in the heart of London, brought together music lovers, industry professionals, and supporters to […]
Classically Black – a day of music, celebration, and shared purpose. We came together to honour and uplift Black and ethnically diverse voices in classical music, and it was truly unforgettable. From breathtaking performances to inspiring speeches, the day was filled with moments that moved and united us. Explore the […]
