Music from Home resumes its virtual offerings with In the Garden of Sonder. The film stars soprano Ibidunni Ojikutu dramatizing Moments in Sonder (2017), a song cycle by Dr. B.E. Boykin which is set to poetry by Dr. Maya Angelou. With the musical support of pianist Jessica Evotia Andrews-Hall and harpist Mona Terry, Ibidunni guides viewers on an emotional journey as she navigates love, loss and pain. In a series of interviews interspersed with the songs, Dr. Maxine Mimms and Dr. William Chapman Nyaho reflect on their personal relationships with Dr. Angelou. In the Garden of Sonder highlights the agency and power of Black Womanhood. The film is directed by Texas-born, Seattle-based curator, choreographer, and dance artist Jade Solomon Simmons.

There will be in-person screening of In the Garden of Sonder. at Lakewold Gardens, 5:30pm-8:00pm. This screening will include live performances by the artists, following the performances and film screening there will also be a Q&A. A ticket to the live event will include beer, wine, and light refreshments.

Tickets are $35 for the in-person celebration.

The feature film will be posted at 1:00pm on the Lakewold Gardens YouTube and Facebook pages for free. Attending the live screening is a great way to support this project!

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