The Black Students Union at Eastman presents “Sounds of History,” a Black History Month recital, on Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall, featuring a guest performance by celebrated violinist and ESM alum Kelly Hall-Tompkins ‘93E.

This annual concert promotes music written by black composers and showcases the talent of black students at Eastman.

Repertoire spans from traditional hymns to Stevie Wonder, along with the premiere performance of Star Gazing, a song cycle by Dr. Raymond Wise based on the life of Elizabeth “Lizzie” Breckenridge, performed by Dr. Crystal Sellers Battle, Associate Dean of Equity and Inclusion.

Full press release can be found online. Select interviews and photos available upon request.