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Stax Music Academy Showcase

In 2024 by Eddie

Stax Music Academy Showcase Overton Park ShellPhotography by Frank Chin The talented kids from Stax Music Academy took the stage at the Overton Park Shell for a showcase concert. SMA is an after school and summer music institute adjacent to the legendary Stax Museum of American Soul Music. SMA has graduated more than 4,000 students, and since 2008 every high …

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Stax Night Train Gala

In 2023 by Eddie

Stax Night Train GalaSoulsville FoundationPhotography by Frank Chin The inaugural Night Train event was held April 29, and everybody got on board for the fun ride! Fashioned to replace Staxtacular, this new party is Soulsville Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year. The evening was filled with live music, fantastic cuisine and cocktails, dancing, DJs, and more, as guests mingled throughout …

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“Simple Song of Freedom Memphis” Debut

In 2023 by Eddie

“Simple Song of Freedom MemphisDebutPhotography by Jamie Harmon On February 13, “Simple Song of Freedom Memphis” debuted at Theatre Memphis. The song and video are the creation of Mario Monterosso, a Sicily-born singer, songwriter, guitarist, and now-Memphis musician. The project features iconic voices including Kallen Esperian, Rev. Charles Hodges, Carla Thomas, Larry Dotson, Priscilla Presley, plus the choirs of Stax …

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2018 GPAC Opening Night

In 2018 by EddieLeave a Comment

Date: September 16, 2018 Location: Germantown Performing Arts Center Photographer: Mark Ramirez Website: gpacweb.com GPAC kicked off its 2018-2019 season of amazing performances with a night featuring the Stax Music Academy a cappella group Street Corner Harmonies in the GPAC lobby, and then Bobby McFerrin took the stage to give a masterful and innovative performance. Share this Event from 4Memphis Magazine