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24/11/2024

Eldorado Ballroom: Glory To Glory (October 13th 2024)

GMWA Women Of Worship Choir (The Birmingham Chapter) led by Dr. Prince Yelder

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24/11/2024

Eldorado Ballroom: Glory To Glory (October 13th 2024) At LA Phil

GMWA Women Of Worship Choir (The Birmingham Chapter) led by Dr. Prince Yelder

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19/10/2024

Our hearts and spirits are still overwhelmed with enormous gratitude for three sold out “Eldorado Ballroom” shows at !

We thank you LA for showing us so much love and support. Your energy and reverence was unmatched.
We thank you to every phenomenal artist who shared space with us! Walt Disney Concert Hall will never be the same with the spirit of expression, creation, music and performance that you have left behind!

We would like to think that we made Ana and Charles Dupree, Eldorado Ballroom founders who opened the doors in 1939, proud. Thank you for seeing us.

-Love the Saint Heron Team

13/10/2024

Some facts about the legendary “Order My Steps”, which will be performed tonight by the original GMWA “Women of Worship” choir (Birmingham Chapter) at “Glory To Glory”, as we honor the song as a beacon of innovation and experimentation is gospel music

-Composed by Glenn Edward in 1991, in Houston Texas, Burleigh set out to combine the genre of Western classical music with the African American idioms of blues, jazz, and gospel music.

-“Order My Steps” has become one of the most recognized gospel songs from the late twentieth century, and stayed on Billboard Magazine’s Gospel Music chart for ninety-four consecutive weeks.

- In 1993, the convention convened in Indianapolis, Indiana. Burleigh presented the song to the National Mass Choir at GMWA for consideration to be recorded, but it was not accepted. He then shared the song with the women’s division, which accepted the song. The Women of Worship recorded the song that year at the convention.

-“Order My Steps” was subsequently named Song of the Year in 1994 at the Texas Gospel Music Awards.

Come to honor the song tonight with us at “Glory To Glory”

Tickets for “Glory To Glory” are available in the link in the bio and at LAPhil.com

12/10/2024

Tickets for “Contrapuntal Counterpoints” have officially sold out, but you can still secure tickets for “Glory To Glory” on Sunday October 13th, featuring a special spiritual set by Moses Sumney, alongside acclaimed organist Dominique Jones, the original GMWA Women of Worship Choir (Birmingham Chapter), and the spiritual works by Mary Lou Williams.

Tickets are moving quickly, so don’t miss out!

We thank you Los Angeles for your overwhelming support 🖤

12/10/2024

Tickets for “Contrapuntal Counterpoints” have officially sold out, but you can still secure tickets for “Glory To Glory” on October 13th featuring a special spiritual set by Moses Sumney with acclaimed organist Dominique Jones, the original GMWA Women of Worship Choir (Birmingham Chapter), and the spiritual works by Mary Lou Williams.

Tickets are moving quickly, so don’t miss out!

We thank you Los Angeles for your overwhelming support 🖤

Tickets available at the link in bio and LAPhil.com

11/10/2024

The “Eldorado Ballroom” at Walt Disney Concert Hall kicks off now with the sold out “On Dissonance” !

The Saint Heron Press “Eldorado Ballroom” (2023) Zine commemorating the historic and intergenerational spirit of the Eldorado Ballroom Series will be available tonight, alongside the limited edition Wales Bonner Saint Heron “Eldorado Ballroom“ T-Shirt, exclusively at the LA Phil store at Walt Disney Hall!

Get your T-Shirts and books at the LA Phil Store during intermission or before and after shows.

We appreciate your support and will see you soon!

-Saint Heron

09/10/2024

Eldorado Ballroom welcomes multi-instrumentalist, instrument designer, and educator Cooper-Moore.

Since the completion of his first handcrafted vessel, a unique 11-note xylophone made from discarded wood he calls an “ashimba,” he’s deepened the creative process of “music making,” and amassed a personal collection of self-made instruments that landed exhibitions at the Thread Waxing Gallery (NYC), and The Goddard Riverside Community Center (NYC) among others.

Experience the otherworldly works of Cooper-Moore alongside Bilal, Michael Wimberly, and William Parker live during “Contrapuntal Counterpoints” on Oct. 12th. For tickets, visit LAPhil.com

06/10/2024

Tickets for “On Dissonance” have officially sold out, but you can still secure tickets for “Contrapuntal Counterpoints” on October 12th featuring bass virtuoso William Parker, multi-instrumentalist Cooper-Moore, and Grammy Award winning vocalist Bilal , and “Glory To Glory” on October 13th featuring concert pianist Artina McCain, the original GMWA Women of Worship Choir (Birmingham Chapter), and acclaimed organist Dominique Jones.
Tickets are moving quickly, so don’t miss out!

We thank you Los Angeles for your overwhelming support 🖤

Tickets available at the link in bio and LAPhil.com

28/09/2024

Liv.e joins us October 12th for Eldorado Ballrooms’s “Contrapuntal Counterpoints”, an evening celebrating the avant-garde pulse of funk, soul, and jazz music that challenges the boundaries of each genre.

Born in Dallas, Texas, and nurtured in a musical family, Liv.e’s artistic journey is a compelling narrative of creative evolution and genre-blending experimentation.

Her early exposure to gospel, jazz, funk, and hip-hop, profoundly shaped her bold reinvention of R&B sonics.

Her latest project, PAST FUTUR.E (2024), continues to push sonic boundaries and defy expectations, solidifying her position as a trailblazing artist in contemporary music.

Join us on October 12th at Walt Disney Concert Hall for “Contrapuntal Counterpoints.”

Secure your tickets now via the link in bio or at LAPhil.com.

17/09/2024

Join us for “On Dissonance” to experience four-time Grammy winner Patrice Rushen’s dynamic symphonic piece, “Sinfonia” played by a full orchestra.

Known for her influential R&B hits and role as Ambassador of Artistry In Education at Berklee College of Music, Rushen describes her classical compositions as “sonic landscapes with peaks and valleys.”

She further shares:

“In 1999 I composed my first symphony, ‘SINFONIA’. I just wanted to experiment with using every part of the orchestra. Up to that point, most of the ensembles I’d written for were smaller. I enjoyed that challenge and learned a lot, but I never thought I’d have the chance to work with a large orchestra… but it was my goal then.

Since that time, I have had the blessing of being commissioned to write a few pieces, showcasing my compositions in the context of the Symphonic stage!!!”

Tickets for “On Dissonance” on October 10th are available now via link in bio and LAPhil.com

11/09/2024

William Parker, a virtuoso of the bass, joins us October 13th for Eldorado Ballrooms’s “Contrapuntal Counterpoints”, an evening celebrating the avant-garde pulse of funk, soul, and jazz music that challenges the boundaries of each genre.

William weaves a tapestry of sound as an improviser, composer, writer, and educator from the heart of New York City. His musical journey spans over 150 albums and six tomes of wisdom, mentoring a legion of emerging artists. Revered as “one of the most inventive bassists/leaders since [Charles] Mingus,” The Village Voice has crowned him “the most consistently brilliant free jazz bassist of all time,” while Time Out New York honors him among the “50 Greatest New York Musicians of All Time.”

“Contrapuntal Counterpoints” debuts a special and unique improv performance by Grammy Award-winning vocalist Bilal, featuring William Parker on bass, multi instrumentalist and instrument builder Cooper-Moore, and jazz percussionist Michael Wimberly. The evening bridges the acclaimed history of these genres to contemporary wave-makers by spotlighting the creative singularity that continues to broaden sonic boundaries.

Join us on October 13th at Walt Disney Concert Hall for “Contrapuntal Counterpoints.”

Secure your tickets now via the link in bio or at LAPhil.com

05/09/2024

Eldorado Ballroom’s “On Dissonance” program highlights the works of Black Women in Classical, Symphonic, and Orchestral music while celebrating their groundbreaking contributions.
The program will feature orchestral pieces composed by Julia Perry (1924-1979), Patrice Rushen, and music for Tuba composed by Solange Knowles.
Conducted by Jerri Lynne Johnson, founder and Artistic Director of the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra in Philadelphia, the evening will also showcase soprano Zoie Reams.

The program, titled “On Dissonance,” references Perry’s composition Homunculus C.F., created in 1960 in Akron, Ohio. This piece, composed in her father’s medical office, represents an early exploration of minimalism. Saint Heron’s mission to preserve the legacies of Black women creators is reflected in this performance, which aims to bring attention to these significant yet often overlooked works.

Join us for “On Dissonance” happening October 10th at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Tickets are available now via link in bio and LAPhil.com

29/08/2024

Saint Heron and LA Phil present “Eldorado Ballroom,” a performance series curated by Solange Knowles taking place at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles on October 10, 12, and 13.

The series features a lineup that features both contemporary and historic innovators whose work has deeply influenced black music and performance. Through these shows, the community will experience performances of homage and celebration, where the pioneering spirits of the past harmonize with the vibrant innovations of today’s creators. The series presents a series of three transcendent performance nights that center evolving expressions in black musical genres and artistic realms.

“On Dissonance: An Evening of Classical, Symphonic, and Opera Works by Black Women Composers and Conductors
Featuring the works of Julia Perry, Patrice Rushen, and Solange Knowles, conducted by Jerri Lynne Johnson, featuring soprano Zoie Reams.

“Contrapuntal Counterpoints: Experimentation In Funk, Soul, and Jazz”
Featuring performances by Bilal alongside
Cooper-Moore, William Parker & Michael Wimberly, J*Davey, and Liv.e

“Glory to Glory: A Revival For Spiritual and Devotional Art ”
Featuring performances by GMWA Women Of Worship Choir,
Organist Dominique Johnson featuring Moses Sumney,
and the Choral and Piano Works of Mary Lou Williams performed by Artina McCain
and choir conducted by Malcom Merriweather

Tickets will be released tomorrow at 10am PT/1pm ET at LAPhil.com. For more details, follow the link in our bio.

Flyer Design: Sabla Stays
Junior Designer: Kai Jenrette
Special Thanks: Kevin Shivers, Dan Boyle, and Johanna Rees

22/08/2024

“Monuments Are Here” premieres on SaintHeron.com today at 5PM Eastern Time.

“Monuments Are Here” explores the spirit of black domesticity and the object constellations belonging to Grammy Award-winning and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist Gene “Shady The Great” Thomas. Primarily recognized as a vocalist, producer, and member of the legendary funk band Parliament and Funkadelic, Thomas has expanded his passions into the physical composition of personally collected objects.

The artist has quilted a tapestry of futurism, imagination, and a relentless understanding of timelessness with each personally meaningful addition to his collection. Amassed over many years of hunting at flea markets, through his travels as a working musician, and from gifts by his beloved children, his objects transcend mere possessions. They live in harmony with him as cherished treasures, cradled in the reverence of his home, and boundlessly connect time and space.

Film Poster Design : Hassan Rahim (@1201.am)
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21/08/2024

“Monuments Are Here” Guest Portraits Captured By .Caesar On Big Shot + 35 mm

“Monuments Are Here” premieres on SaintHeron.com tomorrow, August 22nd at 5PM Eastern Time.

20/08/2024

“Monuments Are Here”, an evening of film exploring object constellations, Black domesticity, and the art of collecting.

Programmed by Nuotama Bodomo & Solange Knowles

Featuring the world premiere of
“Monuments Are Her” (2024, 3 mins), created and written by Solange Knowles and directed by Nuotama Bodomo

Betye Saar: Taking Care of Business (2020, 9 mins)
Directed by Christine Turner

You Hide Me (1970, 17 mins)
Directed by Nii Kwate Owoo

Phyllis (2010, 16 mins)
Directed by Zina Saro-Wiwa

Outfox The Grave (2020, 5 mins)
Directed by Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich

MTV Cribs: Missy Elliott (S7 E4 excerpt) (2007, 9 mins)

Cycles (1989, 17 mins)
Directed by Zeinabu irene Davis

Theaster Gates: Collecting (2017, 5 mins)
Art21 “Extended Play” Series

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20/08/2024

Saint Heron’s “Monuments Are Here,” a night of film at The Guggenheim’s Peter B. Lewis Theater exploring Object Constellations, Black domesticity, and the spiritual art of collecting, featuring the world premiere of “Monuments Are Here” starring Gene “Shady The Great” Thomas.

Programmed by Nuotama Bodomo and Solange Knowles, the two artists reflected on the histories of journeys into home, intimate space, the objects that occupy them, and the worlds contained within their energies.
Even when small in stature, the objects are monumental story keepers and moment guardians holding universes within their form.

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