More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series aims to tell stories that influence and celebrate the ways music has historically brought us together. Hosted by ethnomusicologist Dr. Birgitta Johnson, this series takes you on a musical journey through several eras of Black musical expressions. Through live musical performances and intimate educational

More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series aims to tell stories that influence and celebrate the ways music has historically brought us together. Hosted by ethnomusicologist Dr. Birgitta Johnson, this series takes you on a musical journey through several eras of Black musical expressions. Through live musical performances and intimate educational opportunities, audiences will find common ground and nurture a deep appreciation of Black music traditions.

Mahoganee creates an immersive Gullah Geechee Sanctuary on stage and transports the audience with original music from her senior album “Textures of a Southern Soul (A Gullah Geechee Soul)”

Accompanied by:

Mr. Bounce Back | Music Producer | @AndreAmiger

TJ Ling | Bass | @tj.ling.3

Kameron Humphries | Keys

Clifford Mills | Drums

Matt Buck | Sound Technician

Mastered by Mr. Bounce Back | @AndreAmiger

Live Recording by Columbia Museum of Art @ColaMuseum

Join the Columbia Museum of Art and Dr. Johnson to explore different subjects, genres, and conversations. All experiences take place at the CMA and involve renowned musicians, cultural scholars, community discussion, and the celebration of Black music!

Presented by the Baker & Baker Foundation. This program is supported by a Connected Communities grant from Central Carolina Community Foundation.