Sun, Jun 23
|Sonnenberg Gardens
Akoma
The Rochester-based African American Women’s Gospel Choir will present a range of songs including selections from the 1800s and the time of slavery and struggle for freedom as well as more contemporary times.
Time & Location
Jun 23, 2019, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Sonnenberg Gardens, 151 Charlotte St, Canandaigua, NY 14424, USA
About the Event
The Rochester-based African American Women’s Gospel Choir embraces a musical ministry that reflects the members’ diverse faith traditions and love for gospel music. They will present a range of songs including selections from the 1800s and the time of slavery and struggle for freedom as well as more contemporary times. Akoma, a West African Akan word, means patience, endurance, consistency and faithfulness. The concert will last about 45 minutes, followed by refreshments and informal talk. The concert is free; half-price gate fee of $7.50 for entrance to Sonnenberg Gardens. Co-Sponsored by Sonnenberg Gardens