The month of June provides a time to appreciate and celebrate African American musicians, composers, singers, and songwriters. This observation began on June 7, 1979, when President Jimmy Carter decreed June to be Black Music Month.
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In this first segment on Civil War piano music, Dr. David B. Thompson briefly discusses the life of African American composer Thomas “Blind Tom” Wiggins, and plays one of his works.
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Corinna gives the story behind the carol and The Sumter High School Concert Choir performs God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen.
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Alec gives the story behind the carol and The Palmetto Center for the Arts Pop, Broadway and Jazz Ensemble performs O Little Town of Bethlehem.
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Tori gives the story behind the carol and The Junior Stinger Singers of Irmo Middle School sings Away In A Manger.
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Savannah and Anna give the story behind the carol and Singers from The Saluda River Academy for the Arts performs the First Noel.
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Stephanie gives the story behind the carol and The Cavalier Chorale from Richland Northeast High School sings Hark the Herald Angels Sing.
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Brandon give the story behind the carol and Sumter High School Concert Choir performs Silent Night.
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Abbagayle gives the story behind the carol and Airport Eagle's Chorus from Airport High School performs What Child is This.
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Rebecca and Lauren give the story behind the carol and Mid Carolina High School Chorus performs O Holy Night.
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Jilly gives the story behind the carol and The Mid Carolina High School Chorus sings Joy to the World.