Chicago Voices Talk | Gospel: Mahalia Jackson and the Civil Rights Movement

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday by remembering the “Queen of Gospel,” Mahalia Jackson. Join us for a conversation of how Mahalia Jackson became one of gospel music’s all-time greats, known for her rich, powerful voice, and how her influence and voice contributed to the civil rights movement.

Enjoy live gospel performances from members of the renowned Trinity United Church of Christ choir. Panelists include Robert Marovich, author of A City Called Heaven: Chicago and the Birth of Gospel Music, Joy L. Bivins, CHM director of Curatorial Affairs; and Johari Jabir, associate professor of African American Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Chicago Voices explores Chicago’s rich vocal history and its contributions to gospel, classical, and hip-hop music. Ayana Contreras, WBEZ contributor and host of Vocalo’s Reclaimed Soul, moderates a panel series that features music experts and dynamic live performances. Each event includes a panel discussion, performance interludes by Chicago artists, and a Q&A session.

Additional price: $5 students. Attend all three panels for $25! Discount will be applied automatically at checkout when all three event tickets have been selected.

This program is presented in collaboration with the Lyric Opera of Chicago and is part of Chicago Voices, a groundbreaking multiyear initiative celebrating Chicago’s vibrant, diverse vocal music culture.

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