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SUMMARY:A Celebration of African American Music and Dance February 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring afternoon performance that celebrates the richness\, resilience\, and evolution of African and African American music and dance. A Celebration of African American Music and Dance showcases the talent and spirit of our senior performers while tracing the musical journey from its African origins to the sounds and styles we recognize today. \nThrough live performance and movement\, this program explores how rhythms\, songs\, and dance traditions traveled across generations\, shaped communities\, and influenced everything from spirituals and gospel to blues\, jazz\, soul\, and beyond. Expect an engaging mix of music and dance that honors tradition while highlighting the living\, ongoing story of cultural expression. \nFeaturing our seniors\nThis celebration proudly highlights senior participants\, demonstrating that creativity and performance have no age limit. Come support their dedication\, artistry\, and the joy they bring to the stage. \nEvent details\nWhen: Sunday\, February 15\, 2025 at 3:00 PM \nWhere: McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center\, 200 Breckenridge Street \nWhat: Music and dance performance tracing the roots of African music and its influence through today \nSponsors and support\nThis event is made possible through generous support from: \nNorth Carolina Arts Council\, a division of Cultural and Natural Resources \nBrightspeed \nA grant from the Powers Foundation \nWe hope you’ll join us for a meaningful\, high-energy afternoon celebrating heritage\, artistry\, and community. \nThank you to presenting sponsor Brightspeed.  Follow Brightspeed at  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/gobrightspeed \nhttps://www.instagram.com/gobrightspeed \nhttps://x.com/gobrightspeed \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/brightspeed
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LOCATION:McGregor Hall\, 201 Breckenridge Street\, Henderson\, NC\, 27536\, United States
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