Washington, DC, January 14, 2010
African-American Singing and Dance Groups Unite with the Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown
Back to Press Releases »What: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Program, site of Dr. King’s last Sunday sermon
When: Monday, January 18, 2–4 pm, free, open to the public
Where: Washington National Cathedral, main part of the church
Who: D.C.’s own Chuck Brown, “the godfather of go-go” music, will lead the celebration as master of ceremony at Washington National Cathedral.
Joining Chuck Brown will be other performing artists including the African Heritage Dancers and Drummers, a D.C.-based youth group that recently performed at New York City’s Lincoln Center; the Heritage Signature Chorale, singers dedicated to preserving the Negro Spiritual; Urban H.I.P.-H.O.P Choir, youth singers targeting “Hope, Integrity, Power-Helping Our People;” and City Dance Early Arts at Trinidad Recreation Center, youth dancers.
Short interfaith reflections will be offered in several faith traditions by Buddhist, Jewish, and Christian participants during the program.
Media: Media are welcome to attend. Since this is not a service, media will have access to the main floor. Please call Beth Mullen for guidelines: (202) 537-6248 (office) and (202) 412-0708 (cell).
SOURCE: Washington National Cathedral