Music
Yvette Elgart’s Chorus Sings For Project Ghana And More!
Just recently Yvette Elgart’s chorus sang for the students in Ghana. They sang multiple songs in honor of Black History Month.
Just recently Yvette Elgart’s chorus sang for the students in Ghana. They sang multiple songs in honor of Black History Month.
Yvette Elgart’s chorus songs for BHM
The songs that they sang for the students in Ghana were “Lift Every Voice And Sing” by James Weldon Johnson, “Glory” by John Legend and Common, “Rise Up” by Andra Day, and “Man In The Mirror” by Michael Jackson. Mrs. Elgart’s chorus did a spectacular job according to one of the lead teacher’s in Ghana, Papa.
Videos relating to the songs Mrs. Elgart’s chorus sang:
Afternoon session
In the afternoon session, Mr. David Wronko, Mr. Tim Mason, and Mr. Elliot Ramirez spoke to the students in Ghana regarding their studies.
This group session with spoke about the rules of English grammar, history, and math. Besides academics, the conversation went into the realm of science fiction.
For instance, the movies the Last Jedi and Justice League were discussed in terms of how well the films were. In addition, Thor Ragnarok and Black Panther were also mentioned.
Private session
Last Friday, Mr. Wronko conducted a private session with the students in Ghana.
During this session Mr. Wronko showed and explained the Unheard Voices Magazine website, as well as shown the wonderful video put together by Unheard Voices of the session regarding the King of Ghana.
Mr. Wronko encouraged the students in Ghana to display their talents on the Unheard Voices Magazine website. They agreed.
When the afternoon session came, the students in Ghana told Mr. Wronko that they want to do a music video to be displayed on the website. Mr. Wronko was very excited and as a result the students in Ghana began to brain storm ideas for this music video. More to come in the near future. Keep reading and watching.
Topics also discussed during this afternoon session: Feudalism and the Moor Conquests.
Asbury Park Middle Schoolers Connect With Ghanaian Students Through Weekly Educational Sessions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfcLBdCrm3s
Chorus Students
Nyleek Fitzpatrick
Kiara Dixon
Dakim Randolph
Diamond Marcus
Darrinaye Brisco-Johnson
Erwin Lopez Guitrrez
Jazziere Wilson
Claire Achedou
Ashlee LeGuerre
Imani Morris
Aniyah Lemon
April Langeran
Nykieria Young
Kaitlin Duarte
Makalah Shepard
Joesph Jose-Quiros
Devon Foster
Amequa Legagneur
YaderMendes-Zeledon
RaeonnahMorris
George Hancock
Darriana Sapp
Aryannah Stevenson
Mr. Wronko’s Dream Academy Students
Juna Weedon
Alejandra Garcia Chavez
Hasley Clemente
Jimya Davis-Sloan
Vah’Kyla Esdaile
Enjonae Griffin
Guadalupe Hernandez-Nava
Abira Hodge
Amaya Hodge
Tiviana Kenney
Javon King
Kayla Lewis
Ariana Linares
Joseph Lopez-Barrios
Andrew Martinez
Tysion Murchison
Hailey Perez
Principal Supervisor of this event: Mr. Gerbino
Vice Principals: Zakiya Del Orbe and Melissa S. Lopusznick
Culture
U.S. Virgin Islands Announces the Performance Line-up for St. Thomas Carnival Village Featuring Shaggy, Sizzla, Patrice Roberts, and Machel Montano
The Village will be headlined by Caribbean superstars Shaggy, Patrice Roberts, Sizzla Kalonji, Kes, and Machel Montano, who will kick off the six-night free Village concerts on Monday, April 29.
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and Division of Festivals has announced the performance line-up for the 72nd Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village.
72nd Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village
The Village will be headlined by Caribbean superstars Shaggy, Patrice Roberts, Sizzla Kalonji, Kes, and Machel Montano, who will kick off the six-night free Village concerts on Monday, April 29.
“The anticipation around this year’s St. Thomas Carnival is at an all-time high, and the Village night performers reflect the continued influence and growth of our territory’s three carnivals,” exclaims USVI Department of Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte.
Center Stage
Adam O, Rudy Live, Temisha, Karnage, Blind Earz, VIO International, and Spectrum Band are among the performers who will take center stage to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands.
“Every year, our goal is to pay homage to the vast Virgin Islands and Caribbean culture that is at the cornerstone of these annual celebrations for natives and visitors alike,” added USVI Division of Festivals Director Ian Turnbull.
Haitian kompa band VAYB and Dominican salsa orchestra Chiquito Team Band will provide a cross-cultural immersion of sound, highlighting the diverse musical interests of Virgin Islands residents.
First-time performers
Rounding out the village are a few first-time performers in the territory, including TeeJay, Jada Kingdom, and Kollision Band, and returning favorites Edwin Yearwood and Krosfyah, and Grandmasters.
Kids Night Out Village Night
This year, the Division of Festivals will host its first Kids Night Out Village Night, with activities including the Toddlers Derby, Best Dressed Doll, and performances by TMK and OTB.
More information on 72nd Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village
For up-to-date information about the 72nd Annual St. Thomas Carnival, visit https://www.instagram.com/usvifestivals/.
Music
Marlena Shaw, legendary jazz singer, dies at 81
Marlena Shaw, the singer behind “California Soul” and “Woman of the Ghetto”, has died.
Marlena Shaw, the singer behind “California Soul” and “Woman of the Ghetto”, has died.
Marlena Shaw has passed away
Shaw’s daughter announced her passing on Facebook.
“It’s with a very heavy heart for myself and my family I announce that our beloved mother, your beloved icon and artist Marlena Shaw has passed away,” Marla Bradshaw, her daughter, said. “She went listening to some of her favorite songs.”
Bradshaw did not specify the cause of death but said her mother’s passing was “peaceful”.
She was 81.
Music career
Marlena Shaw was a legendary musician who influenced music in the jazz, soul, disco and R&B genres.
She rose to notoriety the 1960s after she was noticed by the Chess Records label. She sang her most recognizable single “California Soul” with the label before switching to a more jazz-focused label.
Shaw’s music transcended across many generations and has been featured and sampled in popular media, TV commercials and other songs.
Her lyrics often communicated the strength of the Black American community and Black women at a time when there was racial divide in the country and its politics.
In her career, Shaw put out 17 albums.
Music
Chad Watson – “Though I Lie” (Music Video)
Rapper Chad Watson has released official music video for his single “Though I Lie”.
Rapper Chad Watson has released the official music video for his single “Though I Lie”.
Directed by Chad himself, the Los Angeles native strolls through various scenery in the area, while telling listeners though he may lie, he’s only human.
Watson was featured on Unheard Voices in 2022 and is continuing to make waves with his music.
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