If you're a classical musician, chances are you've been acquainted with R. Nathaniel Dett, a prominent figure in the world of classical music. Robert Nathaniel Dett, Class of 1908, was the first Black student to graduate from Oberlin Conservatory with a double major in piano and composition. He was a distinguished Canadian-American composer, organist, and music professor, known for weaving African-American spirituals into his classical compositions. His contributions to music were showcased in performances at Carnegie Hall and the Boston Symphony Hall, and his enduring legacy continues to inspire through the R. Nathaniel Dett Chorale, celebrating composers of African descent. Photo Courtesy of the Library of Congress (LC-DIG-ppmsca-17487) #bhm #oberlinalumni #oberlin #oberlincollege #oberlinohio #blackhistorymonth #highered