Featured Artists
Thomas Wilkins
Conductor
Clayton Stephenson
Piano
Charlotte Blake Alston
Speaker
Choir of the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts
Lauren Thomas-Moyett
Director
Girard College High School
Choir
Paul M. Eaton
Director
Join The Philadelphia Orchestra for its annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Tribute Concert, a tradition that has brought communities together since 1991.
This program highlights the traditions of Black culture alongside meaningful musical performances. It’s an afternoon of reflection and inspiration, honoring Dr. King’s commitment to equality, unity, hope, and the role of music in advancing social change.
Free tickets are required for entry into the performance. Concert seating is general admission on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed.
Program
Johnson
"Lift Every Voice and Sing"
Simon
"Ring Shout" and "Holy Dance," from Four Black American Dances
Gershwin
First movement from Piano Concerto in F
Rutter
"The Lord Is My Shepherd"
Barber
Adagio for Strings (with narration based on the words of Martin Luther King, Jr.)
Smallwood
"Total Praise"
Additional Support
Performance Sponsor
Lead Community Engagement Sponsor
