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MUSIC

Explore how voices and music have evolved and amplified in the African American community. Meet talented individuals and groups using their gifts as a way to relate to a generational past and future. 

WEDU Arts Plus1201 | Sonya Bryson-Kirksey
7:03
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Meet Sonya Bryson-Kirksey, the Tampa Bay Lightning's national anthem singer.

WEDU Arts Plus1207 | Sphinx Virtuosi
6:27
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The Sarasota Orchestra hosts the Sphinx Virtuosi, a diverse chamber orchestra from Detroit

WEDU Arts Plus1216 | Alex Harris
6:52
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Alex Harris inspires a new generation | Arts Conservatory for Teens (St Petersburg)

Greater SarasotaGuided by the Beat
7:45
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Étienne "EJ" Porter inspires people worldwide through drumming.

Greater SarasotaThe Sound of Change
9:58
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Modern Marimba focuses on amplifying the musical voices that have been unheard.

WEDU Arts Plus1103 | Local | Kitty Daniels
6:29
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Meet a pianist and singer-songwriter who helped shape the jazz scene in St. Petersburg.

WEDU Arts Plus1105 | Local | Siobhan Monique
6:35
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Siobhan Monique shares her beautiful voice by performing in the community.

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