Huntington Times

Marshall University's School of Music is set to present "Poets and Portraits: An exploration of the African American experience through song" this Sunday at 5 p.m. The event will take place at the First Baptist Church of Huntington, featuring performances by faculty members Carline Waugh, a soprano and professor of voice, and Johan Botes, a professor of piano.

Carline Waugh explained the essence of the program: “Poets & Portraits is a thoughtfully curated program that weaves together songs reflecting the African American experience. Through music, we will journey into universal themes of love, loss, grief and triumph, as seen in the poetry of iconic Harlem Renaissance figures like Langston Hughes and Paul Laurence Dunbar. The program will also delve into the profound power of faith, expressed through songs and spirituals that celebrate the resilience and strength of a people.”

The concert is open to all without charge; however, donations are welcome to support the Benevolence Fund at First Baptist Church. The church's address is 801 6th Ave., Huntington.

The event is sponsored by First Baptist Church, Marshall University College of Arts and Media, the School of Music, and the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Lyceum.