Earth and Heaven Sing!
GIA invites all ages, denominations, and levels of experience to join Dr. James Abbington and Dr. Uzee Brown, Jr. for a special informance with hymns, spirituals, and inspirational songs.
Join in song with the expanded members of your local community while also learning the history behind the music.
Registration Includes:
- Experience the excitement of singing in a large group of enthusiastic people in your community.
- A music packet containing 10-15 pieces to add to your library.
- Choral and educational expertise from respected leaders Dr. James Abbington and Dr. Uzee Brown, Jr.
- A rich, fulfilling afternoon of worship and song.
Find us this Fall!
October 19, 2024
9:30 AM - 12:45 PM (EST)
Washington D.C.
Second Baptist Church of District Heights
5501 Silver Hill Rd.
District Heights, MD 20747
Early Registration: $25
Late / Walk-in: $30 (music packet not guaranteed)
This session will feature the One Faith, One Lord, One Baptism hymnal. A copy of the hymnal is included in the registration fee.
Dr. James Abbington
James Abbington is currently Associate Professor of Church Music and Worship at Candler School of Theology, Emory University in Atlanta, GA, and adjunct professor of Church Music at Morehouse College in Atlanta. He was recently reappointed National Director of Music for the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Inc. and has been the Executive Editor of the African American Church Music Series published by GIA Publications for over 20 years.
Resources from Dr. James Abbington
Dr. Uzee Brown, Jr.
Uzee Brown, Jr. is a published composer and arranger, having written the musical prologue for Spike Lee’s School Daze. In 1992 he was nominated for the Audelco award in Black theater as outstanding musical director and arranger of the off-Broadway musical play Zion. Dr. Brown is a Professor of Music at Morehouse College, President of the National Association of Negro Musicians and co-founder and chairman of the Board of Directors of Onyx Opera Atlanta.
Resources from Dr. Uzee Brown, Jr.