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Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices and the Office of Historic Alexandria for a concert, “Singing the Journey: Juneteenth Joy.” Jubilee Voices will perform a lively, interactive performance featuring traditional music and spoken word that traces the history of African Americans from enslavement to the Civil Rights Movement.
Read more →On Wednesday, June 21 (6:30pm ET), join artists Kathy Bullock, Melanie DeMore, and Tret Fure for a joyful virtual gathering to sing in community with others. The June Community Sing will celebrate both Juneteenth and PRIDE month.
Read more →The Michael Thomas Quintet will perform a special tribute to one of the great trumpet masters, Freddie Hubbard as part of Jazz Night in DC at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Southwest Washington.
Read more →This day-long festival featuring live musical performances, children’s activities, carousel rides, stories, video booth, and more, in celebration of the rich cultural history of Glen Echo Park.
Read more →A concert at the Friendship Heights Village Center! For their eighth performance at FHVC, the men and women of the Washington Revels Maritime Voices will present “American Songs of the Sea and Shore,” featuring homegrown music of American sailors and the women who sustained seafaring communities. The program
Read more →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
Read more →Washington Revels is thrilled to be contributing to the second year of Daily Antidote of Song with our longtime friends at Carpe Diem Arts and new partner organizations throughout the year.
Read more →Please join us on Sunday, April 16 from 6-8pm, as we commemorate the first 40 years of Washington Revels and honor two of our founding members – Greg and Susan Lewis. Don’t miss this sparkling and joyous occasion as we launch into our fifth decade!
Read more →Join Washington Revels as we chase away Winter and celebrate the seasonal re-opening of Glen Echo Park’s 101-year-old Dentzel Carousel! We will provide a festive procession throughout the park, followed by some joyous Maypole dancing (and you will be invited to join in). Later, the Washington Revels chorus of adults, teens, tweens, and children will be joined by the Whiskey Before Breakfast Band (and friends!), and some merry mummers, to present a festive celebration of Spring in the Bumper Car Pavilion. This family-friendly show will include many opportunities for you to join in the singing.
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