Sounds of Freedom: A Musical Journey of Liberation
Friday, February 20, 2026, 19:00 -
Friday, February 20, 2026, 20:30
Event duration 1 hours
General Admission:
USD 0.00
About Sounds of Freedom: A Musical Journey of Liberation
What does freedom sound like? During the Civil Rights Movement, music became both balm and battleground—a force that steadied marchers’ footsteps and stirred a nation awake. Yet those freedom songs were born long before the Movement, with roots stretching back centuries— rising from spirituals, praise traditions and chants of resilience.
This February, join us for Sounds of Freedom: A Musical Journey of Liberation tracing the evolution of protest and praise music through the lens of African American creativity and courage. This performance invites audiences of all ages to feel the lineage of that struggle echo into the present, held in a powerful dialogue with the AARLCC exhibition—featuring the iconic images of Spider Martin that captured the spirit, stakes, and unwavering determination of the Selma marches.
This program is sponsored by the WLW Catalyst Grant, which underwrites Hued Songs’ residency at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center. The performances are presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Selma is Now: The Photography of Spider Martin,” in partnership with Broward Cultural Division and on display at AARLCC through June 27, 2026.
Events Schedule
Friday, February 20, 2026, 19:00
Friday, February 20, 2026, 20:30
Event Categories
Music Concerts
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African American Research Library & Cultural Center
https://www.broward.org/library/Pages/BranchDetails.aspx?branchInfo=1
2650 Sistrunk Boulevard
60,000 sq ft jewel, only the third of its kind in the U.S. A main library and a unique children's library with more Black history books and books written by Blacks than any other facility in the country. The auditorium and exhibit areas provide opportunities to exchange ideas and cultural values as well as promote an understanding and appreciation of the contributions of persons of African descent. Monday & Wednesday, 12 noon to 8pm. All other days, including Sunday, are 10am to 6pm.