Gods Trombones Tickets

Gods Trombones is a performer renowned for channels of Afrocentric spirituals and sermon-inspired artistry. Rooted in the legacy of James Weldon Johnson’s 1927 collection God’s Trombones (Seven Negro Sermons in Verse), this repertoire weaves powerful spoken-word poetry with evocative musical settings. Expect performances that honor Black preaching life and spiritual heritage, presented with clarity, heart, and a commitment to accessible, evocative storytelling.

As a project aligned with The Nathaniel Dett Chorale, Gods Trombones helps bring Afrocentric repertoire to audiences with thoughtful programming, insightful collaborations, and engaging performances that feel like a conversation between literature and music. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Johnson’s verse or new to this tradition, you’ll find a performance that speaks to community, history, and living song.

Explore a biography rich with scholarly roots and collaborative projects, a discography that highlights influential readings and musical adaptations, and upcoming engagements that bring this iconic material to venues across North America.

For updates, ticket information, and future engagements, follow Gods Trombones and The Nathaniel Dett Chorale through official channels. You’ll find social links and ticketing info on the group’s pages, with concert dates and venues added as plans develop.

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Upcoming highlights include a Windsor, Ontario performance on May 3, 2025 (Amherstburg Freedom Museum’s 50th anniversary) and a December 6, 2025 engagement in Toronto for An Indigo Christmas: Glory to the Newborn King. These engagements showcase how the Gods Trombones tradition continues to resonate with contemporary audiences, connecting historical verse to living performance.