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1-15-24 U of M alum G. Phillip Shoultz, III of VocalEssence talks with Chantel Sings on the Morning Show about The University of Minnesota 44th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute Concert on Sunday, January 19, at 3 pm
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On Sunday, January 19, at 3 pm, the University of Minnesota will present the 44th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute Concert at Ted Mann Concert Hall. This year’s theme, "Light Transforming Darkness," promises an inspiring celebration of music, reflections, and community. The concert will also be live-streamed.
The program, hosted and curated by U of M alum G. Phillip Shoultz, III of VocalEssence, weaves the words of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with reflections and musical performances from the greater Twin Cities community. Featured performers include Kamoinge Strings of Walker West Music Academy, VocalEssence Singers Of This Age, Jornae Dance Collective led by U of M alum Suzette Jornae Gilreath, Youth Speakers mentored by Joe Davis Poetry, and more.