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HOME DONATE More SHADES ALUMNI FAMILY Advancing the preservation performance advocacy and recognition of the music of the African Diaspora in America. OUR MISSION We believe that the music of the African Diaspora is powerful music that moves and inspires is spawned and conducted in an inclusive Black space promotes a music rich with meaning cultural knowledge inspiration and learning and growth opportunities. This music has potential as a community builder a DEAI tool for student and adult education and as a vehicle for civic participation. 2024 by Shades Alumni Family.