The theme of the 2021 Society of Ethnomusicology Pre-Conference Symposium is "Celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities' (HBCUs) Musical Legacy: An Exploration of Relationships Between HBCUs and the Society for Ethnomusicology". Several sessions are covered over the course of the symposium, including "Researching and Programming Music Associated with HBCUs," "Lift Ev'ry Voice: HBCUs Music Curricula & Programs," "Beyond the Academy: Careers in Ethnomusicology," and "HBCUs Music Performances: Open Discussion with Students."
