An activist, pianist, artist, mother, and wife, Hazel Scott is a Trinidad-born American Jazz and classical pianist, singer, and actress. Born 1920, Hazel Scott’s artistry gave her the platform to speak out against racial discrimination, […]
Category: Musical Programs

19feb@6pm
Enjoy a delightful evening of classical, Gospel, and sacred music, featuring the music of composers of African descent, performed by some of our region’s top musicians.

REMEMBERING BLACK BROADWAY AT THE “JEWEL OF U STREET”
Please note: RSVP’ing does not guarantee admission. Seating is first come, first serve. All patrons must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to attend.

A CELEBRATION OF HAZEL SCOTT: Activism through Music and Art
An activist, pianist, artist, mother, and wife, Hazel Scott is a Trinidad-born American Jazz and classical pianist, singer, and actress. Born 1920, Hazel Scott’s artistry gave her the platform to speak out against racial discrimination, […]
Autumn Leaves: An improvisation in poetry and jazz
Acclaimed jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut joins poets Kyle Dargan and Lenard D. Moore for an intimate improvisation on words and music. Together they explore the magic that materializes when artists collaborate. Part reading, part concert, […]

Sounds of the City: a Humanitini Event in tribute to WPFW DJ, Rusty Hassan 7pm
DC Legendary Musicians Inc. in collaboration with Humanities DC, WPFW-FM Pacifica, and the DC Public Library, celebrate the work of jazz historian and WPFW programmer, Rusty Hassan, with a virtual Humanitini event. Join the conversation […]
16feb – African American Men Sing Songs of Praise, 3pm
The DC Black History Celebration Committee will again sponsor a City-wide Black History event, entitled “African American Men Sing Songs of Praise.” Featuring Male Choirs, Soloists, Ushers with M.C. TV News Anchor (channel 7) Sam […]
8feb – Carter G. Woodson: History, the Black Press and Public Relations
Join author Burnis R. Morris as he discusses the evolution of Negro History Week to Black History Month and how Woodson used the press to promote the contributions of African Americans as part of the […]