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Music as a conduit to health and well-being became an American ideology in the late 19th century and continues momentum in this 21st century as a documented therapeutic approach. Early theories of music impacting health and wellness dates back to Ancient Greece when philosophers Plato and Aristotle discussed music’s influence on the mind, while Hippocrates speculated it could affect mental health and body functions.

Across the world, homes have been transformed into mini-recording studios featuring an age-defying immersion spurred on by Hamilton, Wicked, and K-Pop Demon Hunters. At a time in history when no one can agree on anything, how is it that these musical theatre sensations have nudged the needle toward a solid universal movement?

Black music stands as a monumental pillar in the architecture of global culture, embodying a journey of resilience, innovation, and...