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Onstage company
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New World Spirituals 1619-2019 brings together historical Negro spirituals and contemporary gospel-derived songs through powerful, modern arrangements. Led by educator and conductor James W. Story, the project honors African American musical roots while connecting them with today’s audiences. The core offering includes a studio album and envisioned stage presentations, marrying historical reflection with live performance energy.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Originally rooted in Gallatin, Tennessee, this ensemble emphasizes accessibility and education, offering audiences an intimate, transformative listening experience. Secure your seats to explore music that spans history and resonates with present-day communities.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Biography and discography sit at the heart of New World Spirituals 1619-2019. Beyond the album, the project highlights Story’s decades of work in education, conducting, and community engagement, including recognition from the Grammy Foundation as Educator of the Year (2015) and a Tennessee Senate recognition (SJR0035). While touring notes for 2025 aren’t publicly published, this performer page will keep you informed of upcoming opportunities to experience the group live or through curated videos from the forthcoming YouTube channel.
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For updates and direct access to official content, follow James W. Story on social media and the project’s official channels.
The essentials
The records
The hits
Biography and discography sit at the heart of New World Spirituals 1619-2019. Beyond the album, the project highlights Story’s decades of work in education, conducting, and community engagement, including recognition from the Grammy Foundation as Educator of the Year (2015) and a Tennessee Senate recognition (SJR0035). While touring notes for 2025 aren’t publicly published, this performer page will keep you informed of upcoming opportunities to experience the group live or through curated videos from the forthcoming YouTube channel.
For updates and direct access to official content, follow James W. Story on social media and the project’s official channels.
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