Celebrating Black History Month through Music
Date: Feb 7
7:00 pm
- 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre
Celebrate Black History Month with an evening of music - vibrant rhythms resonate, embodying the spirit of unity and diversity.
This event is presented by Memorial University’s Office of the Vice-Provost, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism, in partnership with The Rooms.
Performers:
Marci Onsinyo is a Kenyan multidisciplinary artist. Her first album Nostalgia was featured on the BBC’s Newsday with Alan Kasujja. She likes to paint pictures with her music and has worked as production consultant for audio and music in film, radio, and TV with a keen interest in audiovisual cultural heritage. Marci is currently pursuing her PhD in ethnomusicology at MUN.
Andrew Kagumba is a PhD student in Ethnomusicology at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He also holds a PhD in Music Education from Texas Tech University. Born and raised in Uganda, Andrew's creative output is deeply influenced by the rich musical heritage of his Ganda culture.
This is a free event but a ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket online or by calling 709-757-8090.
Today's Events & Programs
In celebration of the province’s cultural diversity, Sharing Our Cultures presents: M.E.D.I.A, a display of multimedia work created by NL youth who participated in facilitated sessions on equity, inclusion, and antiracism.
The display includes poems, videos, paintings, and sculpture that all deliver positive messages designed to tackle racism and embrace diversity. This is a free program.
The project is funded by the Government of Canada with the support of NL Schools, CBC Newfoundland and Labrador, The Rooms Corporation, and Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association.
Sharing Our Cultures Incorporated in a not-for-profit charitable organization established in 1999. It is governed by an elected volunteer Board of Directors.
The programs engage school children and youth in activities that enhance their academic, sociocultural, and employability skills.
Artist, Annette Manning invites participants to create a graphic score while immersed in the installation Good Night Moon: a Rhythm, a Tempo by Matthew-Robin Nye.
While listening to an original soundscape composed in response to the installation, participants translate sound, space, and atmosphere into visual marks. Instead of musical notes, graphic scores use lines, shapes and gestures to show rhythm, intensity, or change over time.
No prior drawing or music experience required. Please bring your earphones and phone for close listening to the soundscape lullaby.
This is a free program but a ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket online or by calling 709-757-8090. Tickets are limited.