Finding a composer or composition from these or other underrepresented groups may require some additional research.  There are many web-based resources that can help identify what exists.  Once a composer or work is identified, you can search OneSearch to see if the Music Resource Centre has a physical score or if we have access to it electronically.  If we don't have it, you can try Document Delivery or suggest a purchase by emailing mrc@mun.ca.

Featured site:

Institute for Composer Diversity

• This site offers three databases to encourage the discovery of works by underrepresented groups.  These databases include the Composer Diversity Database, the Works Diversity Database, and the Choral Diversity Database.
• A Spotlights page highlights works by Black composers for various instruments (currently woodwinds and brass but more are coming).
• Further resources include Best Practices for diverse programming and audio and video options.

Online Resources:

Composers of Color Resource Project

• Provides a list of composers of color in chronological order.
• Additionally, has resources for the study of music theory using works by the composers listed, as well as annotated scores and lesson plans.

Music by Black Composers

• Under the Resources menu, this site provides directories for both living and historic composers.

Resources for Diversity in Early Music Repertoire

• Provides information on diverse composers active before 1850.

Below are some compilations of various works.