In this edition of Bring It On!, hosts Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell spend the hour with Natalia Almanza of the Indiana University Arts and Humanities Council; Dr. Olivia Ekeh, faculty member in the IU African American and African Diaspora Studies; and, our good friend and BIO contributor, Dr. Gloria Howell, director of the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, to talk about all the happenings surrounding Black Music Month, the Bloomington Granfalloon Festival, and the upcoming visit by Mavis Staples.
Natalia Almanza, Indiana University Arts and Humanities Council
Dr. Olivia Ekeh, faculty member in the IU African American and African Diaspora Studies
Dr. Gloria Howell, Director of the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
Mavis Staples of the famed singing group,
The Staple Singers
Black Music Month, traditionally celebrated each June, honors the profound contributions of Black artists to the development and evolution of music across genres. From jazz and blues to soul, R&B, hip-hop, and beyond, Black musicians have shaped the soundscape of the world and continue to influence global music culture today. This month will also host the Bloomington Granfalloon.
The Granfalloon is presented by the IU Arts and Humanities Council and is inspired by legendary Hoosier author Kurt Vonnegut Jr. Granfalloon brings together musicians, artists, thinkers, and good people from all walks of life for a celebration of art, ideas, and community. The festival kicks off the Bloomington summer arts season.
The Staple Singers with Soul Train host Don Cornelius in 1974
The Bloomington Granfalloon festival events occur in venues all around Bloomington and encompass a wide range of creative forms, including live music concerts, literary readings, art exhibits, film screenings, theatrical performances, panel discussions, craft workshops, and interactive demonstrations. This year’s special Granfalloon festival is legendary performing artists, activists, and the musician, Mavis Staples of the famed singing group, The Staples Singers.
Credits:
Today’s hosts are Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell.
Our show’s executive producer is Clarence Boone.
Our assistant producer is Liz Mitchell.
Our consultant and WFHB News Department Director is Kade Young.
Our program engineer is Chantalle LaFontant.
Our original theme music was created by Jamyl Efiom, with additional background tracks by David Baker.
