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Orchestras
Wednesday, 14 March 2007
Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra

For bookings and information:
Contact Anne Lundy or Gary Wilkins at the Community Music Center 713-521-9710

 


Soulful Symphony 

 

Soulful Symphony and the BSO are making history through an unprecedented partnership. Soulful Symphony is a stunning orchestra comprised of 75 exceptionally talented African-American musicians. Founded in 2000 by renowned composer, conductor, and pianist Darin Atwater, Soulful Symphony blends virtually every genre of music-- gospel, jazz, classical and more-- into a completely original musical experience that will move your feet and stir your soul.

Soulful Symphony is so much more than simply an orchestra. We provide the opportunity for talented African-American musicians to express themselves and achieve their dreams. We go into your community with our educational and outreach programs to share our message of diversity through music. And, we bring African-American composers, artists, and musical genres to audiences who might never have the chance to hear them.


Aburukusu Orchestra and Chorus

This ensemble, based in Ghana, has proved favorablne internationallly. Founded by Dr. Kwasi Aduonum the orchestra performs music by Hadyn and Schubert but adds percussive instruments. Their performance of Christmas Carols roused much acclaim from the National Commission on Culture in Ghana. 

 

 


Harlem Symphony Orchestra

 

Created in 2004, the Harlem Symphony Orchestra comprised mostly of musicians of African descent performs traditional classical repertoire for audiences comprised mostly of patrons of African descent. Violist Amadi Hummings conducts this orchestra.

 
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