The 125th Anniversary of “Lift Every Voice and Sing ” - Children's Choir

Wed Feb 12 2025 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

The Bethel Church | Jacksonville

The Friends of the Brentwood Public Library
Publisher/HostThe Friends of the Brentwood Public Library
The 125th Anniversary of \u201cLift Every Voice and Sing \u201d - Children's Choir
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The event will culminate in a stirring performance by a 500-voice Children’s Choir--recreating the song’s first in 1900.
About this Event


Jacksonville, FL -- On February 12-16, 2025, Jacksonville will come alive with a historic, world-class tribute celebrating the 125th Anniversary of “Lift Every Voice and Sing, composed by James Weldon Johnson, and set to music by his brother, J. RosamondJohnson.

The Lift Every Voice and Sing World Tribute will be a multi-day event filled with performances, dialogues, and cultural celebrations, highlighting the legacy of Johnson and his iconic song.

Registration is open to students in grades: 3-12




Students are required to learn all the lyrics and attend two rehearsals.

The rehearsal dates are Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 9, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Venue: The Bethel Church, 215 Bethel Baptist Street, Jax. FL 32202 Registration deadline is February 3, 2025.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Bethel Church, 215 Bethel Baptist Street, Jacksonville, United States

Tickets

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