Jamaican Woman Is First Female Composer in Europe to Compose a Symphony within Past 40 Years

Professor Shirley Thompson, an English composer of Jamaican descent, is the first female composer in Europe to compose a symphony in the past 40 years. Her work “New Nation Rising, A 21st Century Symphony” was recorded by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition to being a composer, Thompson is also an artistic director and conductor. […]

Chef of Jamaican Descent Competes for Title of “Top Chef Canada”

Andrea Alridge, a Jamaican-Filipina who was born in Canada and raised in Jamaica, will compete in Season 9 of the Food Network’s hit show “Top Chef Canada.” The season begins on April 19, 2021. Alridge, 30, currently works as the chef de cuisine at the Italian restaurant CinCin Ristorante + Bar in downtown Vancouver. She […]