SPIRITUALS A NATIONAL TREASURE
I had this idea several years ago that was born out of what I deemed a necessity to include the valuable accomplishments & contributions the slaves made in American history. I wanted the US Congress to honor and acknowledge our … Read More
Several months ago I was contacted by DEEP Inc., a Canadian firm in Toronto, Canada asking me to contribute an article to their 2015 release of Songs of Freedom documentary film in conjunction with their Songs of Freedom website.They asked … Read More
Hello Calvin, A lot of people dreams are becoming more based around the arts and music. And many do not have the tools to become successful because schools are cutting art programs and music programs. What are your feelings on … Read More
Today is the 7th anniversary of when the United States Congress “Recognized the African American Spiritual as a National Treasure” and “Expresses the deepest gratitude, recognition, and honor to the former enslaved Africans in the United States for their gifts … Read More
Everything is possible if you believe in it. That’s why I’m beyond excited to share with you my conversation with a great American Hero. Imagine me, a kid born in a sharecropper cabin having the opportunity to speak with one … Read More
February 7, 2014 will be the 7th anniversary of the US Congress Recognizing the African American Spirituals As A National Treasure. I wanted to share with you a video I made with Dr. Dorothy I. Height(1912-2010) who stood with me, … Read More
Sometimes I find myself getting discouraged by the lack of interest and responsibility we have to preserve our albeit imperfect yet extraordinary national cultural heritage & music. I have asked myself this question a million times: What can I do or … Read More