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VocalEssence and the Aeolians - 'Witness' 2022

Listen: VocalEssence and the Aeolians present 'Witness'

Listen: VocalEssence and the Aeolians present 'Witness'

“Witness” is the annual VocalEssence concert celebrating the Black experience in classical music. This year’s program was especially joyful with the addition of special guests The Aeolians, a student choir from Oakwood University. These two ensembles will inspire you to stand up and cheer, whether they’re singing Bach, spirituals or modern masterpieces. Listen to the concert now.

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Listen: Sphinx Virtuosi and Border CrosSing perform 'Tracing Visions'

Listen: Sphinx Virtuosi and Border CrosSing perform 'Tracing Visions'

The Sphinx Virtuosi are joined by Border CrosSing in a program that sets out to challenge the classical canon by illuminating a new pathway for listening, sharing and fostering artistic expression with works by Alberto Ginastera, Jessie Montgomery and more. Listen to the concert now.

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Happy Birthday, Judy!

Happy Birthday, Judy!

This week’s episode of Saturday Cinema, with host Lynne Warfel, is a celebration of Judy Garland on her 100th birthday. Listen now!

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