A multi-media production with a historically informed narrative, this work salutes the 150th Anniversary of the end of the Civil War and the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement. Six virtuoso musicians perform music of that era with narrator JaQuinley Kerr who brings to life the personal letters of those engulfed in that conflict and the inspirational words of Dr. Maya Angelou. Stunning images created by Vanessa Briceño create a breathtaking backdrop to some of our nation’s most celebrated songs.

This engagement is made possible through the ArtsCONNECT program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Presented in conjunction with the 400 Years of Inequality Commemoration supported by the Diversity Transformation Fund through the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Additional support provided by the University at Albany Foundation, Office of Intercultural Student Engagement, University Auxiliary Services, Alumni Association through the Grandma Moses Fund and Residence Inn by Marriott.