Archive for the Jubilee Voices – Past Events Category

April 23 – Jubilee Voices at Augustana Lutheran Church

This Sunday, join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices as they bring their unique blend of history, music, and spoken word to lead a special a cappella worship service at Augustana Lutheran Church. The group, celebrating its 13th year, will present traditional African American spirituals, poetry and readings, and

February 18 – Jubilee Voices in Alexandria

By Washington Revels on February 10, 2023 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Jubilee Voices comes to Alexandria’s Lyceum for an interactive concert blending 18th and 19th century songs, stories, spoken word, dance — and audience participation for all ages. Come prepared to listen, learn, and sing! Space is limited: reserve your free tickets today!

February 11 – Jubilee Voices at Frederick Douglass Birthday Celebration

By Washington Revels on February 2, 2023 / Jubilee Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices at the Opening Ceremonies for this annual program celebrating the “Lion of Anacostia,” Frederick Douglass. The celebration includes music by the Jubilee Voices and D.C. Strings, performances by the student winners of the Frederick Douglass Oratorical Contest and a light-hearted debate-style program. The Opening Ceremony begins at 2 p.m. (doors open early at 12:30 p.m.).

February 25 – Jubilee Voices at Little Falls Library

By Washington Revels on February 1, 2023 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Gather as Jubilee Voices presents an interactive event that spans the breadth of African American history from the 19th century through the present. The 45-minute concert will feature songs, poetry and stories inspired by writers such as Langston Hughes, Eloise Greenfield, Maya Angelou, and Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, Inc, Little Falls Library Designated Gift Fund.

October 15 – Jubilee Voices at Pleasant Grove

By Washington Revels on October 5, 2022 / Jubilee Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Washington Revels Jubilee Voices performs its third concert for the Black History Program at Historic Pleasant Grove Church, built by the descendants of enslaved people in the 1890s. Experience the traditional music that bound together many African American congregations in the late-19th and early-20th Centuries, with songs of faith & freedom, struggle & perseverance. The program concludes with refreshments and social time for performers and audience to meet and mingle.

September 24 – Jubilee Voices at Arlington Public Library

By Washington Revels on September 19, 2022 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Join the Washington Revels Jubilee Voices ensemble to celebrate freedom through music, spoken word and more in commemoration of Banned Books Week! The performance will include singalongs, poetry, dance, audience participation and more, suitable for all ages.

September 25 – Gallery Voices at Glen Echo Park

By Washington Revels on September 2, 2022 / Ensembles, Gallery Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

The Washington Revels Gallery Voices joins the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture for a celebration of visual and performing arts! This FREE event will include a multitude of hands-on activities and unique opportunities to delve into the arts. From screen printing, to photography, to pottery, and beyond, everybody is sure to find something fun to explore!

September 17 – Jubilee Voices at “Echoes of the Enslaved”

By Washington Revels on August 14, 2022 / Jubilee Voices, Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

On Saturday, September 17 at 2 p.m., join Jubilee Voices for a spirited, interactive concert of songs, games, stories and more as part of a daylong celebration of family history, wellness and community engagement through archaeological excavations, music, food and connection.

June 19 – Juneteenth: Singing the Journey

By Washington Revels on June 12, 2022 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Celebrate Juneteenth with Jubilee Voices in Alexandria Join Jubilee Voices and the Office of Historic Alexandria for a concert in celebration of Juneteenth, a national holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Jubilee Voices will perform a lively, interactive performance featuring traditional African American

May 21 – Jubilee Voices at the Maryland Iron Fest

By Washington Revels on May 8, 2022 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Celebrating the African American Legacy in Ironmaking The Washington Revels Jubilee Voices joins the 3rd annual Maryland Iron Festival, commemorating the state as a center for the craft of ironmaking in two full days of activities, including: blacksmithing and casting demonstrations, live iron pour, log hewing, live