Sojourner Truth, a musical performance

Location

Nutt Auditorium

Start Date

24-2-2019 2:00 PM

Description

The impassioned speeches of former slave and fiery abolitionist Sojourner Truth inspired the text of this contemporary cantata, composed by Ole Miss faculty member Dr. Stanley Friedman. Sojourner Truth, the cantata, is for soprano and an instrumental ensemble of six. It will be performed by guest faculty from Nicholls State University. The 30-minute performance will be followed by a conversation with the composer about Sojourner Truth and the music she inspired. Admission is free.

Publication Date

February 2019

Relational Format

conference proceeding

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Feb 24th, 2:00 PM

Sojourner Truth, a musical performance

Nutt Auditorium

The impassioned speeches of former slave and fiery abolitionist Sojourner Truth inspired the text of this contemporary cantata, composed by Ole Miss faculty member Dr. Stanley Friedman. Sojourner Truth, the cantata, is for soprano and an instrumental ensemble of six. It will be performed by guest faculty from Nicholls State University. The 30-minute performance will be followed by a conversation with the composer about Sojourner Truth and the music she inspired. Admission is free.