Herb Alpert got his start playing trumpet in L.A.'s public schools. He wants to help make that "magic" possible for students.

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In HBCU football, a "classic" matchup has been a premier event for decades. An HBCU homecoming can be even bigger, bringing together alumni to celebrate. Both classics and homecomings can often see ...