Glee Club Concert Report

Introduction:Taking place at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA, the Spelman Glee Club and Morehouse Glee Club delivered a captivating performance on September 11, 2024. Their presentation not only showcased their exceptional talent but also honored the rich history and cultural heritage embedded in African American music. Through their dynamic repertoire, they brought to life the stories and traditions that have shaped this musical genre, creating an experience that resonated deeply with the audience. Their performance served as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact and significance of African American musical traditions.

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Below is a list of pieces showcased in the performance:

Mormon Tabernacle Choir:
Alleluia Fanfare/Praise to the Lord the Almighty
With Joyful Voices Ringing
How Excellent Thy Name and Alleluia
Alleluia from Psalm 150
Ah el Novio no Quiero Dinero
Gamelan
Music Everywhere
In the Garden
To God Be the Glory
Morehouse College Glee:
Great and Glorious
I Ain’t Got Weary Yet
Spelman College Glee:
Wade in the water
Children Go Where I Send Thee
A choice to change the world
Mormon Tabernacle Choir x Morehouse College Glee x Spelman College Glee
Angels Among Us
How great thou art
Songs for the People
Come Thou Art of Every Blessing
Battle Hymn of the Republic
Georgia on My Mind

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1) Wade in the Water
The Spelman College Glee Club opened with the popular negro spiritual "Wade in the Water" This rendition featured a interesting remix that brought a new found excitement and contemporary to the song. I appreciated the passion the soloist brought in her voice that truly made her stick out amongst the crowd. Overall, this was a very eloquently executed

2) Children Go Where I Sent Thee

Following "Wade in the Water" the Spelman Glee Club performed "Children Go Where I Sent Thee" . This upbeat and vibrant performance of my favorite within the concert. Throughout the performance, audience members can hear the sound of drums, piano, electric guitar, and choreographed claps. I found it to be very impressive that the performers were able to maintain their pitch whilst performing their energetic choreography.

3)A Choice to Change the World

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Evaluation
Despite not being able to view this in person, I can feel the passion that each of these ladies bestowed through the computer screen. Watching this performance sent chills down my spine. I can tell plenty of hard work and dedication went into this, and I am proud to go to school with such talented individuals. I can only imagine what it must have felt like to be in the crowd and witnessing this phenomenon in person. The ladies of the Spelman Glee Club did a very good job of blending their voices, something necessary for a good choir. The ladies also had great control of their voices which was very impressive ____________________________________________________

Conclusion
I am very impressed with the Spelman Glee Club concert I just witnessed. I often do not get to see the Glee Club perform so this was a great opportunity to see their hard work. The young women came with amazing energy and represented Spelman well. Their performance exemplified the great significance music holds to diasporic communities. I look forward to seeing more of the Spelman Glee Club.
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