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On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell & Chantel Sings speak with G. Phillip Shoultz, III as he discusses the upcoming WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals concert taking place February 22 at Northrop, highlighting its role in celebrating Black History Month through powerful choral performance. He explains how the WITNESS project honors Black contributions to American arts and why this year’s focus on spirituals is especially meaningful. The conversation explores how spirituals, created by enslaved Americans, carried messages of hope and resilience that later fueled the Civil Rights movement. Shoultz also reflects on the music’s continued relevance today, noting its resonance within Twin Cities communities seeking unity and shared humanity.