Voices of Justice

Saturday, January 16, 2027, 3pm

 

In honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

This concert, presented in collaboration with the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition, centers on music as collective expression and social reflection. Damien Geter’s Justice Symphony brings together orchestra and choir in a powerful statement on equity, dignity, and shared humanity. The program honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflects on the role of music as a voice for justice and change.

Barnum Hall
600 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Program

Damien Geter, I Said What I Said (2021)

Florence Price, Andante moderato for string orchestra (1929)

—Intermission—

Damien Geter, Justice Symphony

I. Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
II. Precious Lord, Take My Hand
III. Ego Trippin’

With Julia Sapeta, soprano, and the Azusa Pacific University Chamber Singers

Michelle Jensen, Choirmaster


Parking Info

Civic Center Parking Structure
(4th St. & Olympic Blvd.)
Please allow 10-15 minutes to walk to Barnum Hall.

ADA Accessible Parking
Entrance on Olympic Blvd. between 4th St. & Lincoln Blvd.

 

This concert is free as part of the Santa Monica Symphony’s commitment to presenting accessible performances for the community, and we warmly welcome donations to support future programs.

Please note this ticket does not guarantee late entry, as seating is open and first-come, first-served. We strongly recommend arriving early. Doors open at 6:00 PM.

This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov.