The 'Eldorado Ballroom' series at BAM, named after a historic Black music hall in Houston, includes R&B, gospel, jazz, classical and multidisciplinary events and will be curated by Grammy award-winning artist Solange Knowles.
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"It has been a joy to partner with Solange on her latest curatorial feat,” BAM President Gina Duncan said in a statement. “Through Saint Heron, she is reshaping the way that we experience culture in bold, unexpected and experimental ways.”Justin French April brings “Glory to Glory ,” a gospel night featuring the legendary Clark Sisters and choral works by pianist and composer Mary Lou Williams, and "The Cry of My People," an evening of jazz music and readings with saxophonist Archie Shepp, jazz singer Linda Sharrock, and poet and playwright Claudia Rankine.
BAM has bolstered interest and support in recent seasons with guest curatorships. Last year’s curator-at-large, the poet and cultural critic, commissioned performances from artists including Mavis Staples, Mdou Moctar and Little Simz.
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