The concept of text painting uses music to reinforce ideas and images from the text (lyrics). MUSIC SERVES THE TEXT. Instructor Anne McKennon reviews rhythmic patterns and melodic devices that actively contribute to the imagery and impact of the song Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing. Put it all together with a clip from the 2018 performance by the Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville and the Ritz Voices. We are #civicorchestrajax

Did you know? Beyoncé sang Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing at Coachella in 2018. The audience may not have known its history, but "they understood the feeling it gave them." (www.npr.org August 16, 2018)

Watch Civic’s performance here:

• Lift Every Voice ...