Welcome!
A Tour of Black
VOICES
In American History
Let's celebrate historical African American figures who impacted art and music in our history!
Walk with Singer/Songwriter Anitra Jay through an entertaining showcase of black voices in American History. Anitra takes you back in time celebrating diversity in our nation's rich history with art forms such as the breath-taking poetry of Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes to the stories of Harriet Tubman as well as modern historical voices like Nina Simone and Ella Fitzgerald. Students will experience a memorable show that both informs and inspires while celebrating the beauty of diversity.
The presentation is a dynamic blend of live musical performances and storytelling. It highlights key historical figures such as Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King Jr., and Maya Angelou, along with lesser-known but equally important contributors. The program is structured into thematic segments, each focusing on different aspects of Black history, from the struggle for freedom to the celebration of cultural achievements.
What is the show like?
In this video, Anitra Jay walks through the life of Langston Hughes, a Black American Poet who trailblazed art, community, and various performative styles in poetry. Anitra Jay discusses his life and historical achievements as she performs a snippet of his work. She follows a similar approach with the Tour of Black Voices program performing live and incorporating historical facts. It is an incredibly immersive experience as the audience takes the journey back in time with her listening to the performances and learning the history.
What are people saying?
This program is making an impact on college campuses! Take a look at what people are saying...
Jana Koch
Director of Student LifeBlack Hawk College | Moline, IL
"Anitra was a joy to work with and our students loved her performance! She was very easy to work with and we look
forward to inviting her again!"
Loras College
Campus Activities Board,
Bettendorf, Iowa
"Anitra Jay you were amazing 🤩 thank you for coming to our
campus and sharing your gifts of music and recognizing the black voices in our history!"
Jacqueline Clark, M.A
Director of Student Engagement and LeadershipCowboy Camp Orientation CoordinatorCoordinator of Student Life Coalition
"Thank you so much! Again, it was wonderful, and we loved the performance! We look forward to working with you in the future.."
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