One-eyed giants, six-headed monsters, a man-devouring whirlpool, and spell casting nymphs: these are some of the characters that summon my seven and … [Read More...] about On Mentors and Students
The Holy Spirit
How does one actually feel the presence of the Holy Spirit? This is something I’ve grappled with since I was a young child regularly attending … [Read More...] about The Holy Spirit
Dear Aaron Neville
Dear Aaron, many years ago, 15 to be exact, I was the opening act on a Christmas tour you did with the Blind Boys of Alabama, Mavis Staples, Chrissie … [Read More...] about Dear Aaron Neville
Opera
“Daddy, can we watch Falstaff again tonight?” There’s something about the large man’s folly that makes my 7 and 8 year old laugh and ask for this … [Read More...] about Opera
Harlem
Sunday mornings in Harlem. Saturday night trash lines the sidewalks and streets. People wait in line outside the churches. A car speeds by playing … [Read More...] about Harlem
The Mobile Museum: Black History 101
“We have 45 minutes of free time in Philadelphia. Should we try to fit in the Art Museum before Soundcheck?” These are the kind of conversations my … [Read More...] about The Mobile Museum: Black History 101
