21 Cartas is about finding commonality.
As we head into our concerts this week, I hope that people come away from 21 Cartas seeing themselves reflected in the words of these women. Or, if not themselves, then their parents, or grandparents, or whomever in their family was the first to come to the United States.
Read MoreHello from Music City. I have never lived in Nashville, but a piece of my heart rests here.
This Wednesday, February 13th, I will be performing my civil-rights inspired piece “Step by Step:The Ruby Bridges Suite” at City Winery with an amazing group of musicians—Brian Blade, Rahsaan Barber, Cremaine Booker, Lindsay Miller, Vicente Archer, Connye Florance, The TSO Choir, and the choral ensemble Portara led by Jason Shelton. The event is called "Darrell Grant & Friends.”
I can’t help but think, however, about one dear friend who will not be there.
Read MoreIt was a rush to be back at WBGO with such fine company.
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