EXPERIENCE THE MUSIC OF OUR OWN THIng chorale

Join us for our annual concert of holiday music written and or arr. by African American musicians. This year's concert will feature Margaret Bond's Ballad of the Brown King. This 1964 work was inspired by and dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. With text by Langston Hughes this Christmas music presents a variety of different styles for the enjoyment of all.

Livestream Here! Concert begins at 34 minutes.

Your Support is Appreciated! You can make donations below or by check made out to "Our Own Thing Chorale" and mailing them to: c/o Janet Haynes. Treasurer, 1410 S Zeeb R. Ann Arbor 48103

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Our Own Thing Chorale, Alice M. Tillman, Music Director

The Willis C.Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale (OOTC) is committed to the preservation and performance of traditional African American spirituals as well as contemporary choral compositions written and/or arranged by African American composers and musicians. The Chorale also works to raise funds for the Our Own Thing Instructional Program.

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Our Own Thing Instructional Program, Donna Smith, Director

The Willis C. Patterson Our Own Thing Instructional Program provides free instruction in the arts, both vocal and instrumental, use of musical instruments, and scholarships to area youngsters who would otherwise be unable to afford the opportunity to study music.

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Willis Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale

1410 S Zeeb RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, US

(734) 769-4437

the Willis C Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale (OOTC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit recognized by the IRS. the Instructional program is a Branch of OOTC.

The Willis Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale (also known as The Willis C Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale and The Willis C Patterson Our Own Thing Instructional Program) is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, formerly incarcerated, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, membership and volunteer leadership. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practices.

EXPERIENCE THE MUSIC OF OUR OWN THIng chorale

Livestream Here! Concert begins at 34 minutes.

Support Us in our 5oth Anniversary FundraisinG Campaign

Come Sing with us!

Our Own Thing Chorale, Alice M. Tillman, Music Director

Our Own Thing Instructional Program, Donna Smith, Director

Thank you for visiting our page!

EXPERIENCE THE MUSIC OF OUR OWN THIng chorale

Livestream Here! Concert begins at 34 minutes.

Support Us in our 5oth Anniversary FundraisinG Campaign

Come Sing with us!

Our Own Thing Chorale, Alice M. Tillman, Music Director

Our Own Thing Instructional Program, Donna Smith, Director

Thank you for visiting our page!

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