An American Canon
An American Canon
- Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
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The legacy of St. James AME’s orchestra
Performances
MAY 12 TUE 7:00 PM
About this Concert
Join us for an exploration of the historic concerts of Pittsburgh’s Black orchestras, who thrived across the city in the 1930’s, including at St. James AME. Drawing from actual programs from those concerts, Pittsburgh Symphony musicians with host Jacob Joyce will demonstrate the rich tapestry of shared expression through classical music. As part of our on-going collaboration with the Afro-American Music Institute, this program will feature the research of Candace Burgess. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience, exploring the music and engaging with PSO musicians like never before.
This performance is presented in honor of the memory of Afro-American Music Institute co-founder, Dr. James T. Johnson.
Location
St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
444 Lincoln Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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Presented in partnership with the Afro American Music Institute
