A to Z: Kaleidoscope of Black Culture and Experiences: Music Composer, Music Professor, H. Leslie Adams.
<p>December 30, 1932, saw the establishment of the Soviet Union’s State Planning Committee, also known as Gosplan, which oversaw the country’s economic policies and development. On the same day, H. Leslie Adams, a future composer, pianist, educator, and arts advocate, was born on a cold, snowy day in Cleveland, Ohio, during the Great Depression. Cleveland, Ohio, was an industrial city during the Great Depression. The town faced economic hardships, with many residents struggling to find work and provide for their families. The streets were crowded, with people seeking employment or lining up for relief supplies. Despite the challenging economic times and prevalent racial segregation and discrimination, Adams pursued his passion for music,</p>
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