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Kingdom Rise, Kingdom Fall
A
Celebration of the Spirit... with Caribbean
flava!
welcome!
Kingdom
Rise Kingdom
Fall - is an
event in three parts, sponsored by many collaborators...
Why the current upsurge
in gospel music? What are the connections between Christian
music, American soul, gospel, reggae, soca and calypso?
Is there a religious revival taking place in the Caribbean,
its effects rippling to New England Shores?
These are some of the vital questions to be explored this
spring in an unprecedented immersion in the world of Afro-Caribbean
culture. Bringing together people united by a love of music's
ability to move the spirit, "Kingdom Rise, Kingdom
Fall" combines a week-end academic conference with
two rousing concerts/church events.
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 Soundings
I ::
Academic Conference
... hosted by The Boston Theological Institute,
at Harvard Divinity School. Entitled "Kingdom Rise, Kingdom
Fall: Contemporary Currents in Caribbean Spirituality", the
forum will gather authors, artists, musicians and speakers, as well
as figures from the worlds of film, photography and dance to address
spiritual themes and creations emanating
over time from this vital part of the African Diaspora. Special
guest speakers include Sister Judy Mowatt (Jamaica's "Queen
of Soul"), Denroy Morgan and the Morgan Heritage (sharing "More
Teachings"). Keynote speaker will be Dr.Orlando Patterson of
Harvard University. A Jamaican Luncheon will be served, featuring
a performance by the Berklee Bob Marley Ensemble.
Registration: $10.
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Click HERE for more info...
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Saturday, April 12, Harvard Divinity School,
9 am - 3 pm
Soundings
II ::
Concert to benefit Starlight Ministries working with the
Homeless
At the historic Tremont Temple Baptist
Church (88 Tremont Street, Boston) the conference comes to the larger
community. Performers include Sister Judy Mowatt, Denroy Morgan
& The Morgan Heritage, Elder Hugh White & Gospel Unlimited,
and the Crown Jam Crew. One of the highlights of the evening will
be "Prophetic Dance," courtesy of Consecration. Special
guests are to be announced. The Jamaica Tourist Board is donating
a vacation for two in Jamaica as the door prize. Doors open 6 pm,
event begins promptly at 7 pm. Tickets: $25 in
advance / $35 at the door. Click here
for directions!
:: Saturday,
April 12, Tremont Temple Baptist Church,
7 pm - 10:30 pm
Soundings
III :: An acoustic, unplugged Jamaican Church Service
A unique, acoustic version of celebration visits
the Memorial Chuch, Harvard Yard, Cambridge. Sister Judy Mowatt,
Elder Hugh White, The Crown Jam Crew and the Nyabinghi Boppa Choir
bring the Caribbean vibe back across the Charles River. Expect a
church service such as one might witness in the hills of Jamaica
with special guests and a second performance of "Prophetic
Dance". Doors open at 6 pm. Requested donation:
$20 / Reserved Seating - $35. Come share the joy...
:: Sunday,
April 13, The Memorial Church, Harvard
University, Cambridge, 7 pm - 10:30 pm
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