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Sociology is a Martial Art -Pierre Bourdieu

2011-01-21T09:19:00.000-06:00

Arts Education Bill of Rights | National Performing Arts Convention

2011-01-16T18:48:00.000-06:00

Arts Education Bill of Rights | National Performing Arts Convention

Donny Hathaway- This Christmas [Original]

2010-12-22T13:19:00.000-06:00

The New Press - "Slaves Without Masters" by Ira Berlin

2010-12-15T20:28:00.000-06:00

The New Press - "Slaves Without Masters" by Ira Berlin

2010-12-12T10:37:00.000-06:00

Call for Proposals

THEME: "And liberty & Justice for All"?
Race and the politics of education reform
and public policy

more information

EquityandSocialJustice

2010-12-11T10:32:00.005-06:00

Conference on Equity and Social Justice
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
2011 Annual Conference on Equity and Social Justice

Addressing Diversity, Social Justice and
Human Rights in a Post-Racial Era:
Challenges, Strategies & Implications

March 26, 2011
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Pomona, NJ

The Conference Committee invites proposals on the following all topics relevant to equity & social justice:

Critical Race Studies
Critical Youth Studies
Urban Education & Community Partnerships
“Othering”
Holocaust, Genocide and Human Rights

Click here to go to conference website

Aretha Franklin: The Redefinition of QUEEN

2010-12-10T11:09:00.004-06:00

Today is Aretha Franklin day in my world. I send my prayers, chants, and meditation to her and dedicate my work to her today. To learn that she has pancreatic cancer is a tough blow. As you view the following videos, consider her artistry. Aretha is a messenger. She is exactly what those who redefined "American" fear. Her spirit, expression and delivery is the quintessence of American. More on this later. For now, enjoy the messenger.

Peace

Aretha FRANKLIN - "God Bless The Child" (1962)

2010-12-10T10:55:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin Sammy Davis Jr. 1968 Respect Think

2010-12-10T09:59:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin & Duke Ellington - Tv Special 1978

2010-12-10T09:53:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - Duke Ellington Medley - 1973

2010-12-10T09:51:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - Intro - Duke Ellington... We Love You Madly - 1973

2010-12-10T09:48:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - Nessun Dorma (Live in 1999)

2010-12-10T09:38:00.000-06:00

Aretha sings at the funeral of Miss Rosa Parks

2010-12-10T09:30:00.000-06:00

Rarely Seen Aretha Franklin performance You make me feel

2010-12-10T09:16:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - You and Me - Flip Wilson Show

2010-12-10T09:09:00.000-06:00

ARETHA FRANKLIN sings National Anthem (live) Madison Square

2010-12-10T09:05:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - I Say A Little Prayer [totp2]

2010-12-10T08:56:00.000-06:00

Aretha Franklin - Everyday People

2010-12-10T08:47:00.000-06:00

2010-12-10T02:34:00.002-06:00

James Moody RIP 1925-2010

Jazz Titan and National Treasure

2010-12-10T02:02:00.001-06:00

Afrocentric Voices in "Classical" Music

Black Violin "Brandenburg" - Music Video

2010-12-05T23:15:00.000-06:00

2010-12-05T22:17:00.004-06:00

The First FUBU Brutha

W.E.B. DuBois, proposed that to achieve Black Theater art must be:

1. About us. That is, they must have plots which reveal Negro life as it is.

2. By us. That is, they must be written by Negro authors who understand from birth and continuing association, just what it means to be a Negro today.

3. For us. That is, the theater must cater primarily to Negro audiences and be supported and sustained by their entertainment and approval.

4. Near us. The theater must be in a neighborhood near the mass of ordinary Negro people.

W.E.B. Du Bois, “Krigwa Players Little Negro Theatre,” in The Crisis, v. 32, July 1926, pp. 134-136

www.GetDrastic.com: Designed For Haiti

2010-12-04T23:33:00.000-06:00

www.GetDrastic.com: Designed For Haiti

chicago sinfonietta teaser

2010-11-27T03:21:00.000-06:00

Project Inclusion Documentary

2010-11-27T03:18:00.000-06:00

The African American Museum in Philadelphia

2010-11-27T02:54:00.000-06:00

http://www.aampmuseum.org/

The African American Museum in Philadelphia is the first institution built by a major United States city to house and interpret the life and work of African Americans. Our doors are open for your enjoyment and enlightenment six days a week. Visit us and experience the richness and vibrancy of African American heritage and culture come alive in four magnificent exhibition galleries filled with exciting history and fascinating art.

ORIGINS OF THE BANJO

2010-08-30T08:51:00.000-05:00

Same Dynamics, New Directions:

2010-08-26T10:40:00.000-05:00

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/MEDIA-ALERT---Obituary-for-Jazz-Master-Ahmad-Alaadeen--1934---2010-.html?soid=1011297815071&aid=Dn9YjnkiKO0

2010-08-16T16:41:00.000-05:00

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/MEDIA-ALERT---Obituary-for-Jazz-Master-Ahmad-Alaadeen--1934---2010-.html?soid=1011297815071&aid=Dn9YjnkiKO0

Woman with a Horn

2010-08-06T06:26:00.000-05:00

Woman with a Horn

dona Felicia: la criada de los santos de sus mundos

2010-05-22T02:31:00.000-05:00

The Music of Patrice Rushen and Karen Briggs

2009-12-28T10:04:00.001-06:00

Concerning justice and music education - Music Education Research

2009-10-07T07:52:00.001-05:00

Concerning justice and music education - Music Education Research

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Remi and Ekona Jatta playing at the Akonting Center July of 2006.

2009-09-26T15:20:00.001-05:00

Remi and Ekona Jatta playing at the Akonting Center July of 2006.

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Daniel Laemouahuma Jatta: Report on the Opening of The Akontin... - Ekonting's MySpace Blog |

2009-09-26T15:16:00.001-05:00

Daniel Laemouahuma Jatta: Report on the Opening of The Akontin... - Ekonting's MySpace Blog |

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New Black Music 21st Century Style

2009-09-22T13:02:00.000-05:00

Wild Young Hearts - Noisettes

Afrolatinos: The untaught story - Radio - Renzo's Picks

2009-09-18T15:23:00.001-05:00

Afrolatinos: The untaught story - Radio - Renzo's Picks

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Afrolatinos: The untaught story - Radio - Afro Latinos Radio

2009-09-18T15:19:00.001-05:00

Afrolatinos: The untaught story - Radio - Afro Latinos Radio

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Rhythms of Cape Verde; Lura By Michal Shapiro

2009-09-18T11:54:00.000-05:00

2009-09-18T11:43:00.000-05:00

The technique for playing the Fula flute, or "Tambin", is fascinating, using a combination of singing and overblowing to create overtones.

2009-09-17T16:19:00.001-05:00

Video | explore: India's Song - The Vanishing Art of Listening | Link TV

2009-09-17T16:17:00.001-05:00

Video | explore: India's Song - The Vanishing Art of Listening | Link TV

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Rock Paper Scissors - Toto La Momposina, La Bodega (Astar Artes) - Press Release

2009-09-16T16:06:00.001-05:00

Rock Paper Scissors - Toto La Momposina, La Bodega (Astar Artes) - Press Release

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Museum in Docklands - London, Sugar

2009-09-16T16:03:00.001-05:00

Museum in Docklands - London, Sugar & Slavery

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ColorOfChange.org

2009-09-16T16:02:00.001-05:00

ColorOfChange.org

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Bon Voyage UPDATE

2009-08-14T11:29:00.000-05:00

Make a Smilebox invite

2009-08-01T10:01:00.000-05:00

Make a Smilebox invite

Welcome!

2009-05-02T19:03:00.000-05:00

I was inspired by Victoria Theodore's blog, The Musical Life, to finally start this blog. Check out her blog. I am following her it and I encourage you to do the same. As well, the AfriClassical blog is well worth your time if you have any interest in the contributions of classical composers of African descent.

Having been thinking of ways to document my experiences in this life of music that I have the fortunate opportunity to live, I have thought of blogging for months. It allows access to a writing space no matter where I am: on my Blackberry, at the library, the home of a friend or my home office. I look forward to sharing musical journeys with my friends and associates and look forward to the discourse!

Soon come!

I AM as always,

Musically yours