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Sacred Song Series: Lift Every Voice Community Sing-Along
Date and Time
June 27, 2026, Sat., 4-6:30pm
Organizer
North Carolina Museum of Art
Venue
Baptist Grove Church
Location
North Raleigh
Address
7109 Leesville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
(366.8 mi)
Price
Free with registration (pay what you wish)
Description
The Sacred Song Series presents the fourth North Carolina Museum of Art community wide sing along at Baptist Grove Church. This event invites the public to join their voices in a shared musical experience dedicated to honoring historical traditions and collective expression. The program features a diverse gathering of soloists, ensembles, and members of the community united through song.
Dr. Tiffany Bennett Cornelous has curated an evening focused on the spirituals and hymns integral to the Black church experience. Attendees will explore powerful music that reflects the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. The performance will also pay tribute to the local and regional music leaders who shaped this significant era of cultural history.
This event is open to everyone regardless of musical background. The atmosphere is designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and reflective, offering a space for participants to connect through shared heritage and song. Whether you are a dedicated vocalist or simply wish to observe and participate in the community chorus, your presence is welcome. Join us for this evening of historical reflection and vocal unity.
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