Who was the first black person to write a symphony and to conduct a radio station orchestra in 1936?

The first Black person to write a symphony was the American composer William Grant Still, who is often referred to as the "Dean of African American composers." In 1936, he also made history by conducting the first orchestra at a radio station, making significant contributions to the visibility of Black musicians in Classical Music. His works helped pave the way for future generations of composers and conductors.