Born into and thrived in an age of segregation. She took influence from her cultural heritage in her compositions and found strength in her friendships with others and through poetry. She went on to teach others and be an inspiration to a new generation of musicians.
Credo
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Performed by soprano Christine Jobson and bass-baritone Evan Julius Nelson and the UMKC Conservatory Choirs and Orchestra conducted by Jennaya Robison
3 Dream Portraits
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Performed by bass-baritone Dashon Burton and pianist Stefano Flavoni
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