Latest News from the Music and the Black Church Program
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Kirk Franklin, “king” of urban Gospel music, joins the greats in Yale's oral history collection
A video interview with Gospel artist, songwriter, and producer Kirk Franklin is the latest addition to the library’s Oral History of American Music.
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In case you missed it: Kirk Franklin Masterclass at Yale
Watch the recording and view a photos slideshow from Kirk Franklin’s masterclass held at Yale on April 24.
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Gospel great, Kirk Franklin, to hold a masterclass at Yale
On April 24, the ISM’s Music and the Black Church Initiative will host gospel great, Kirk Frankin, for a masterclass.
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Opening for faculty position in Black sacred music
The ISM is seeking a faculty member in Black sacred music and associate director for the Interdisciplinary Program in Music and the Black Church.
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Braxton Shelley promoted to full professor
Congratulations to Braxton Shelley who has been promoted to the rank of full professor at Yale University.
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Interviews with three gospel legends added to Yale archives
Yale’s Oral History of American Music collection recently added three Grammy-winning artists to its roster of interviews.
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Richard Smallwood, Donald Lawrence, and Braxton Shelley discuss "Music and Mind"
The culminating event of the ISM’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
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Anthem of Praise: A Salute to Richard Smallwood
The program burst into the spotlight Friday evening with an exuberant celebration of gospel music at the College Street Music Hall.
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Donald Lawrence
In November 2022, the ISM welcomed Donald Lawrence to campus for a gospel concert and master class with students.
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Ministering through the Arts
Eight leading music and arts ministers from around the country explored tradition and innovation in Black sacred music.
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New Artists-in-Residence
Yale Divinity and ISM students will have the opportunity to be coached in voice, keyboard, and percussion by three new artists-in-residence.
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An Evening with the Legendary Clark Sisters
Yale Institute of Sacred Music was thrilled to host the legendary Clark Sisters for a concert, symposium, and masterclass.