Sitting in the crowded library during my sophomore year of college, my friend leaned over to tell me about a scholarship created by the new college president, Shirley Collado. I was already convinced I had no chance of receiving it, but due to my friend’s...
Summer 2020 was a season that saw lots of exciting developments! Our digital summer Youth Programs brought out the amazing creativity in our students, resulting in two socially-distanced video medleys! Check them out below and get ready to brighten your day! [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dT3A5Ger1dw[/embedyt] [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsaPK5lBn3I[/embedyt] Summer Rewind Playlist Our...
Official Call For Submissions Funk Family, mark your calendars for our 2nd Annual Funk Parade Photo Gallery on August 30 at Eaton DC! This year, through our FunkU initiative, we're paying homage to our festival's home corridor on U Street, Black Broadway! The photo gallery will acknowledge the artistic and creative ancestors who brought life to...
Congrats to the Wammie Winners! Thanks to everyone who tuned in last week to our first ever Virtual Wammies celebration! In case you missed it, check out all the episodes on our website and relive the excitement. [button size='' style='' text='Watch the Wammies' icon='' icon_color='' link='https://www.wammiesdc.org/2020-wammies/' target='_self'...
The wait is almost over! We're ready to unveil the 2020 Wammies winners in our first-ever week-long virtual celebration from July 13-17. Each segment debuts at 7PM, so set those calendar alerts now! Visit our website to check the schedule and find out when each award category will...
June is Black Music Month and we're amplifying melanated voices with our new playlist. Check out some of the DC area's freshest Black musical artists on this month's edition of What We're Listening to! We'll be keeping the playlists coming, so follow us on Spotify for...
Calling all DC students from grades K-12! It's time to sign up for our 2020 Summer Program. Not only is it fun, but it's also FREE! Join us from June 22-July 31 and learn more about exciting topics like Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, Music Business, or...
We've got a new playlist for the new season! With summer fast approaching, pop on your headphones and press play on this compilation featuring local DMV artists. From indie to reggae to R&B and punk, these tunes will broaden your horizons and help you discover new...
In these uncommon times of social distancing and isolation, supporting children in our community is more important than ever. On May 5, The MusicianShip will participate in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving in response to COVID-19. Even in the midst of this crisis, The MusicianShip...
We’re excited to share with you a Funk Parade playlist, featuring many of Funk Parade’s past performers. We’re hoping this brings you some joy! At this time, our hearts go out to the many families whose health is affected by COVID-19, our support goes out to...