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THE VISION FOR ARTE NOIR IN THE CENTRAL DISTRICT COMMUNITY
Fate and destiny have a means of beautifully colliding in ways that can make one’s head spin. As this publication is the result of years-long contemplation, the fate of having this come to fruition, is as majestic as the destiny that is resulting in a dream space to bring physical resonance to our goal of spotlighting Black art and culture! Our vision for a physical space at Midtown, in the heart of Seattle’s historic Black community, draws near fruition and is set for openin
Vivian Phillips
Feb 11, 20222 min read


JAZZ PIANIST DARRELL GRANT PREMIERES JAZZ OPERA IN PORTLAND
Last month, the renowned Metropolitan Opera performed Fire Shut Up In My Bones , composed by Terrence Blanchard with libretto by Kasi Lemmons. This marked the first time The Met has performed an opera by a Black composer in their 141-year history! This event made headlines. Meanwhile, in Portland, Oregon, another Black composer was making their own headlines. Critically acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Darrell Grant premiered his site-specific jazz chamber opera, Sanctua
Vivian Phillips
Feb 11, 20222 min read


THE VISION FOR ARTÉ NOIR IN THE CENTRAL DISTRICT COMMUNITY
Fate and destiny have a means of beautifully colliding in ways that can make one’s head spin. As this publication is the result of years-long contemplation, the fate of having this come to fruition, is as majestic as the destiny that is resulting in a dream space to bring physical resonance to our goal of spotlighting Black art and culture! Our vision for a physical space at Midtown, in the heart of Seattle’s historic Black community, draws near fruition and is set for openin
Vivian Phillips
Nov 23, 20212 min read


JAZZ PIANIST DARRELL GRANT PREMIERES JAZZ OPERA IN PORTLAND
Last month, the renowned Metropolitan Opera performed Fire Shut Up In My Bones , composed by Terrence Blanchard with libretto by Kasi Lemmons. This marked the first time The Met has performed an opera by a Black composer in their 141-year history! This event made headlines. Meanwhile, in Portland, Oregon, another Black composer was making their own headlines. Critically acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Darrell Grant premiered his site-specific jazz chamber opera, Sanctua
Vivian Phillips
Oct 27, 20212 min read
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