Majesty on the Big Screen
In August of 2022, Noontime Concerts, in association with the Living Heritage Foundation, proudly presented Majesty of the Spiritual.
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To bring this momentous recorded musical event to theaters, museums, schools, special events, and public television, we need your help to raise $45,000!
Majesty of the Spiritual is an intimate gathering of mighty forces, a testimony in music to the indomitable will that navigated an impossibly tragic, unforgettable history, and a vivid demonstration of musical lineage and poetic tradition, dynamic, and powerfully alive today.
The program features 12 award-winning singers from the world’s greatest opera houses joined by the legendary Frederica von Stade singing the works of three contemporary African American composers: Lena McLin, Roland Carter, and Jacqueline B. Hairston.
“Majesty of the Spiritual showcased the gifted artistry . . . while also holding dear the important cultural legacy of the entire spirituals tradition .” Arthur C. Jones, Founder of The Spirituals Project
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“The Spiritual is a unique American music. It was only here in America, on this soil, that the Spiritual came forth. From the spiritual we’ve gotten so many wonderful things Blues, Gospel, R&B, Soul, Country Music … My mission is to give The Spiritual its due, to celebrate the majesty of this genesis of music.” Robert Sims, Creator of Majesty of the Spiritual
We have meticulously edited hours of audio and visual raw footage filmed during the live performance, and now, Noontime Concerts is ready to share this one-of-a-kind musical presentation with the world.
In preparation for nationwide release and distribution in 2025, we need to raise $45,000.
Your tax-deductible gift will help cover these necessary expenses.
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Recoup live performance sound and filming equipment, personnel, stage management, and lighting
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Post-production costs including video editing and state of the art sound production
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Distribution, theater and venue rental
In addition, we want to ensure everyone, regardless of income, is able to attend. Your gift will ensure admission fees are nominal, and in keeping with our mission of free performances, there will be no charge for select showings.