SPIRITUALS A NATIONAL TREASURE
‘I Shall Not Be Moved’ reveals the heart and soul of the African American Spirituals. As human beings one of the most powerful emotions we have is our deep-rooted yearning to have our voice heard and acknowledged. It was no … Read More
What exactly is hidden in a spiritual? Was there a path to freedom embedded in these songs? Were the enslaved Africans just victims or were their triumphs hidden in plain view? What are we teaching our children? These are questions … Read More
Dr. King’s words are as powerful today as they were when he led the Civil Rights Movement marches in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Let us never forget love is the answer, and passive resistance and nonviolent peaceful protests are great … Read More
As a cultural citizen, and a person who loves the cultural arts, music and history around the world, I have often wondered how could I make a difference. In 2006, I asked and then helped introduce Twin Resolutions to the … Read More