Official facebook presence for the Arkansas Center for Black Music Most forms of authentic American music are rooted in Black music of some kind.
Black Gospel music – a result of the merging of American Christianity and the music brought to America by Black Africans of the Diaspora – is particularly linked to many of the social and cultural movements in the state of Arkansas. Because of the historical racial tension in the Delta region, Gospel music has served to influence the lives of Black Arkansans for centuries. Historically, however, t
Tonight's concert with Trey McLaughlin and the Arkansas Center for Black Music and the University of Arkansas Music will livestream at 7:00 PM CDT here:
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Arkansas Center for Black Music Official facebook presence for the Arkansas Center for Black Music
Are you interested in deepening your knowledge of Black Sacred Music? The Arkansas Center for Black Music at the University of Arkansas invites you to experience our vibrant learning environment by sitting in on one or two of our classes!
Join us this coming Monday, July 28th for virtual previews of the following classes:
The Black Messiah/Black Music Research (Combo Class)
🕗 Taught by Dr. Alisha Lola Jones
📅 8:30 - 9:30 AM Central Time
Gospel Songwriting and Arranging/Seminar in Worship Arts (Combo Class)
🕐 Taught by Professor Trey McLaughlin
📅 1:00 - 2:00 PM Central Time
This is a wonderful opportunity to gain firsthand insight into what our students are learning and what you can expect as a student in our Master of Music or Certificate in Black Sacred Music programs.
As a participant, you will attend class virtually and have the chance to ask questions at the end of your visit. Don’t miss this chance to connect with our faculty and explore your future in Black Sacred Music!
✨ Come and join us! We're excited to share our passion with you! ✨
For more details and to reserve your spot, please reach fill out this form: https://forms.gle/mW1ARG8r85dkYFbE9
After you've completed the form, you'll receive a link to join the class(es) of your choice!
PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR NETWORKS, IF YOU KNOW OF POTENTIAL STUDENT PROSPECTS!
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Day 1 of rehearsals with the amazing Trey McLaughlin at Christian Life Cathedral
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