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Davies Concert Series: Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts

February 2, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA), directed by Terri Allen, presents Our Voice: Black Composers and The Vote Concert. Historical voting rights events are expressed through music of the era, highlighting how songs were heard during significant moments in voting rights history and featuring the music of Black composers. Repertoire includes selections by George Augustus Bridgewater, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Florence B. Price, and William Grant Still. The CAAPA Chamber Ensemble will feature pianist Joshua Jenkins and a soloist from the Washington National Opera.

The Davies Concert Series is made possible, in part, by the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council and The Cynipid Fund.

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Date:
February 2, 2020
Time:
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm