APRIL 22: Masters of American Music Evelyn Wright & Joe Hunter Celebrate Ray Charles

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm UTC-04:00

Visible Voice Books | Cleveland

Roots Of American Music
Publisher/HostRoots Of American Music
APRIL 22: Masters of American Music Evelyn Wright & Joe Hunter Celebrate Ray Charles
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Wednesday, April 22 • 8:30 PM
Visible Voice Books
Roots of American Music continues its new Masters of American Music series—an ongoing concert and storytelling experience celebrating the artists who shaped the foundations of American music.
Held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, the series brings audiences into an intimate setting where music and storytelling come together, connecting listeners more deeply to the history behind the songs.
Following a packed and enthusiastic kickoff event, the series continues with a tribute to Ray Charles, featuring Evelyn Wright and Joe Hunter.
Ray Charles was one of the most groundbreaking musicians of the twentieth century, pioneering the sound of soul music by blending gospel, blues, and jazz. With timeless songs like “What’d I Say,” “Georgia on My Mind,” and “Hit the Road Jack,” his influence continues to shape American music today.
Vocalist Evelyn Wright and pianist Joe Hunter are two of Northeast Ohio’s most accomplished musicians. With deep roots in gospel, soul, jazz, and R&B traditions, they bring both technical mastery and emotional depth to the stage.
Together, they will bring Ray Charles’s music to life through performance, storytelling, and shared experience—continuing a series that invites audiences to listen, learn, and connect.
Admission: $15 at the door
Proceeds from the event support the mission of Roots of American Music, which educates, inspires, and connects communities across Northeast Ohio through live performances and arts-integrated music education programs in schools, senior centers, and community spaces. To learn more about ROOTS and their programming, visit: www.rootsofamericanmusic.org
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Visible Voice Books, 4601 Lorain Avenue,Cleveland, Ohio, United States

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