Bent But Not Broken Conference
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Bent But Not Broken is a one-of-a-kind conference uplifting the vocal artistry of Black musicians.
08/11/2026
Calling all emerging conductors!
Learn from *THE* Dr. A. Jan Taylor at the BBNB 4.0 Conducting Masterclass!
08/06/2026
Introducing this year's BBNB 4.0 Honor Choir Guest Conductors, Dr. Frances Fonza and Robert T. Gibson!
Register your students for the BBNB Honor Choir with the link in the comments!
08/05/2026
Do you know an early-career music educator or conductor dedicated to the study and performance of music of the Black/African Diaspora?
Nominate them for the Nia Award today!
Learn more at elevatevocalarts.org.
Bent But Not Broken is coming to Philadelphia this November!
Join the movement elevating Black vocal artistry. Come see concerts, honor choirs, interest sessions, master classes, and more.
Learn more now at the link in the comments.
06/11/2026
A Queen Takes The Stage!
Native Philadelphian and Curtis graduate Karen Slack and pianist Kevin J. Miller will bring her groundbreaking recital "African Queens" to the Bent But Not Broken conference. The evening will feature newly commissioned art songs honoring seven African queens whose power, courage, and legacy deserve to be heard.
Visit the link in the comments to learn more.
06/01/2026
Many ensembles claim to be "welcoming," but true affirmation requires examining the systems that make some voices feel less valid than others. What if creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces isn't about grand gestures? How can we make it part of intentional daily practice?
Join us for a FREE webinar tonight at 7 PM ET!
Link in the comments.
05/26/2026
Join us for a FREE webinar on Monday, June 1 at 7 PM ET!
Together, we'll explore gender-inclusive language, repertoire that reflects diverse experiences, and vocal classification beyond binary systems. Instead of tolerance, we'll focus on transformation: building rehearsal spaces where every singer can show up authentically and be celebrated for exactly who they are.
Link in the comments.
05/19/2026
What if creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces isn't about grand gestures? How can we make it part of intentional daily practice?
Join us for a FREE webinar on Monday, June 1 at 7 PM ET!
Link in the comments.
Bent But Not Broken is coming to Philadelphia on November 18-20, 2026! Register today to join our movement elevating Black vocal artists' musical contributions and accomplishments across time and genres.
Listen to the Winston-Salem State University Singing Rams under the direction of Maestra D'Walla Simmons-Burke perform Roland Carter's arrangement of "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
The Philadelphia Heritage Chorale will help us welcome you to Philly at our Bent But Not Broken Conference this November 18-20, 2026!
Register today for BBNB 4.0 at the link in the comments.
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