A celebration of Poetry and Music (Small Words) curated by Decora and Poet Gold with Special Guest, pianist, synthesist, Neil Alexander
"Amplify Sound Concert Series" Each week, artists and special guests will be announced. Keep checking in!
Tonight features:
Latin Translator
Dan Stokes
Gregory Charlemagne
Originally from the Bronx NY, Gregory Charlemagne was raised in Wappingers Falls, along the Hudson River. While in college, he began to share a few years of cooped up guitar playing and songwriting. Upon his return home, he began visiting open mics and events to expand his love of performing. His gifts brought him opportunities on many stages across the county. Gregory's pure vocals, melodies and creative songwriting enhance an ideal personal experience for his audience....
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A celebration of Poetry and Music (Small Words) curated by Decora and Poet Gold with Special Guest, pianist, synthesist, Neil Alexander
"Amplify Sound Concert Series" Each week, artists and special guests will be announced. Keep checking in!
Tonight features:
Latin Translator
Dan Stokes
Gregory Charlemagne
Originally from the Bronx NY, Gregory Charlemagne was raised in Wappingers Falls, along the Hudson River. While in college, he began to share a few years of cooped up guitar playing and songwriting. Upon his return home, he began visiting open mics and events to expand his love of performing. His gifts brought him opportunities on many stages across the county. Gregory's pure vocals, melodies and creative songwriting enhance an ideal personal experience for his audience.
Desiree S. King
Program Coordinator for Parents with Psychiatric Disabilities at Mental Health America in Dutchess County, A member of the Historical Smith Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church, Poughkeepsie NY, Mrs. King serves as the Director of the Voices of Zion Choir, and the Chairwoman of the Women's Ministry. Mrs. King believes she has and continues to change the lives of our families.
Decora:Poet
http://www.iamdecora.com/
Decora is a hip-hop artist from New York’s Hudson Valley, for whom art and progressive work are simply inseparable. As co-founder of the ReadNex Poetry Squad, Decora steered the group to HBO Latino; MTVu; radio stations, concerts and festivals, around the world. Now, as he launches a solo career, his influences are myriad - literature, music, theater, film, social activism and the numerous cultures he has experienced touring across the US, Europe and South America. Decora may approach his work communicating the vibe of Bob Dylan, Nina Simone or Kanye West.
In homage to one of his heroes and mentors, Pete Seeger, the patriarch of socially progressive music, Decora's first solo release, FLOWERS is a social commentary with a nod to the imagery and questioning message of Seeger's original, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone".
“...totally fearless when it comes to music....[at the Clearwater Festival] We definitely did the most exciting version of This Land Is Your Land I’ve ever played.”
- Tao Rodriguez Seeger (Grandson of Pete Seeger)
Decora/Flowers:
https://youtu.be/dLlW5-ZWDpQ
Poet Gold
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Poet-Gold-BGW/408311444664
A rare talent, original, grabs you by the heart and says “Recognize” - Poet, author, performer, songwriter, community “Artivist” and speaker, Poet Gold is a progressive artist who delivers a riveting performance of original prose that inspires, motivates, and enlightens the soul.
The 2014 NYSCA Individual Artist Tier Grant Awardee for Mid-Hudson, NY - Poet Gold has worked with renowned organizations and authors to craft and convey their story in a poetic form. She opened for such esteemed artists as Jermaine Paul, MC Lyte, Lauryn Hill, and Rudy Francisco. From local venues to festivals and universities, her performances are countless.
Poet Gold has touched over a thousand middle and high school aged students through her mentoring and poetic performances. Her non-traditional poetry workshops engage students in understanding the direct connection between literacy, education, and the achievement of their dreams.
She is the visionary and host for “Open Mic in The Valley”, Poughkeepsie, NY and “Newburgh’s Open Mic”- at The Wherehouse in Newburgh, NY. Her book, “When My Soul Speaks, I Scribe…poetry” is available on www.amazon.com. Poet Gold is bound to “Take poetry where poetry is not.”
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Poet-Gold-BGW/408311444664
For more information contact: Eva Stephen, Engagement Coordinator – [email protected]; cell – 706-594-9225.
Gold/Rainbow Fashion:
https://youtu.be/NeqTVRPfjmk
Neil Alexander
www.nailmusic.com
NYC born pianist, synthesist and composer Neil Alexander has been performing, composing and arranging since age 14. His latest CD is a critically acclaimed solo piano recording titled “Darn That Dream: Solo Piano Vol. 1” and he recently completed a 2 year solo tour featuring his piano transcription of Stravinsky's "The Rite Of Spring".
Neil maintains several working ensembles including “Mr Gone”, a repertory ensemble performing key musical works from the early 70’s Jazz Fusion repertoire. He performs solo acoustically and electronically and works with several NYC based Modern Dance and Theater companies. In addition, he runs a monthly electronic music workshop at the Newburgh Free Library, Newburgh NY.
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