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The Marian Anderson
Classical Icon Vocal Competition
Dinner and Celebrity Ball
The Marian Anderson Historical Society is honored to have philanthropist Willie Johnson; celebrated conductor of the Philly Pops, Peter Nero; Dr. Constance Clayton; and retired Councilwoman, The Honorable Augusta Clark, Esq., as honorary co-chairs of this noteworthy event honoring Philadelphia’s treasure, Marian Anderson.
Thursday, October 30, 2008, 6:00 PM
The Franklin Institute of Philadelphia
20th & Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The Marian Anderson Historical Society, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and continuing the legacy of the famed contralto and Philadelphia native, Marian Anderson. By operating both the Marian Anderson Residence Museum and Birthplace, our goal is to continue to mentor and provide financial resources to young vocal artists.
The Classical Icon Concert, Dinner and Celebrity Ball will be a black-tie (optional) event that promises to dazzle your musical spirit. The evening will feature the Marian Anderson Classical Icon Competition Finalists. Our goal is to raise $400,000 to support the programs of the Marian Anderson Historical Society.
With your generous donation you will have the satisfaction and pleasure of supporting the talented young singers so that they can build careers reflecting the great artistic and humanitarian qualities of Marian Anderson.
Click here for invitation and reservation card.
Marian Anderson's 111th Birthday
Wednesday, February 27, 2008 , 1:00PM -5:00PM, MAHS will host an open house at the Marian Anderson Residence Museum to celebrate the date, followed by MARIAN ANDERSON CELEBRATION CONCERT at 6:ooPM...
MAHS Scholars, Stevens and DeBose
MA Scholar Elizabeth Stevens will be performing at the Italian Embassy in Washington, D. C. Wednesday, February 13th @ 7pm.
MA Scholar Sequina DeBose will be graduating from the Mahattan School of Music and her graduation recital is February 23rd in NYC.
MAHS Scholars, Stevens and DeBose
MA Scholar Elizabeth Stevens will be performing at the Italian Embassy in Washington, D. C. Wednesday, February 13th @ 7pm.
MA Scholar Sequina DeBose will be graduating from the Mahattan School of Music and her graduation recital is February 23rd in NYC.
The Marian Anderson Classical Icon Vocal Competition
The Marian Anderson Classical Icon and Celebrity Ball will feature competition finalists and celebrity judges on Thursday October 30, 2008.
About The Marian Anderson Historical Society
The Marian Anderson Historical Society, Inc. (MAHS , MA or the Society) is dedicated to preserving and continuing the legacy of the lady from Philadelphia, Contralto Marian Anderson. The MAHS operates the Marian Anderson Residence Museum where diverse programs introduce Marian Anderson's contributions in the classical and opera arenas to multi-cultural audiences of all ages, with special emphasis on youth.
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MAHS welcomes you to visit the Marian Anderson Museum
Nestled on a beautiful and quaint block in the South Philadelphia section of the city, the historical home of The Marian Anderson Historical Society, a registered "historic site" (Philadelphia Historical Commission, April 8, 2004) is home to Marian Anderson's memorabilia, books, rare photos and films of the late contralto's life and career.
For more information, museum hours and tour information, click here.
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