Dr. Joan Hillsman

If I Were Santa’s Helper

Dr. Joan Hillsman December 22, 2015

A Holiday poem by Dr. Joan Hillsman it’s called, If I Were Santa’s Helper. Editors note: It’s nice to take time and remember the wonder and beauty of the Christmas season. Enjoy Dr. Hillsman’s Christmas Holiday message. Also check your local calendar of events for local area holiday themed celebrations. These include the Annual Night Watch Services that take place in many of our churches, the tradition of bringing in the New Year.

Give the Gift of Music

Dr. Joan Hillsman December 22, 2015

Music Educator, Joan Hillsman, PhD, offers opportunities to youth and adults in music arts and performance! “Give the gift of Music at Christmas”! Dr. Joan Hillsman, Retired Music Educator from the Washington, D. C. area, and former Professor of Music at Bowie State University, who recently relocated to the Syracuse area, strives to make music affordable and available to youth and seniors who are interested in music and arts. Research has shown that music in

Calling All Syracuse Talent- “Stir Up the Gift”

Dr. Joan Hillsman October 21, 2015

There are talented people in Syracuse and JHMN wants to motivate, expose and provide opportunities for them to continue or initiate their gift and talents. “Stir up the Gift”! We are looking for participants in this exciting talent venue, and would like representatives from each part of the city of Syracuse. Our focus during October and November, 2015 is in the area of vocal performance, movement/dance. Here is how it works: Criteria: We

Gospel Music Workshop (GMWA) 2015 “Rocked”

Dr. Joan Hillsman August 25, 2015

The 47th Annual National Convention was held in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 25-August 1, 2015. Thousands were in attendance attending workshops, nightly musicals, classes galore, showcases and networking with the gospel music industry. The GMWA was founded by the late Rev. James Cleveland. His vision and mission was to provide ha a platform where fledgling artists, young and old, could come together, perform, study and preserve the rich heritage of gospel music. The organization has

Queen of Soul: Turns Jazz-Fest into Moments of “Churchin”

Dr. Joan Hillsman August 6, 2015

Thousands of people turned out at the Syracuse 33rd Annual Jazz-Fest on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Onondaga Community College (OCC). This was a festive occasion for all ages, cultures, and diverse communities. The Queen of Soul, the incredible Aretha Franklin sang and ministered what she does best, the Soul of Music. There was something of which everyone could relate. If you thought that you were just coming for jazz only—big surprise! At one point

The Renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers Applauded!

Dr. Joan Hillsman April 9, 2014

The Fisk Jubilee Singers embraced a large audience at Bethany Baptist Church (host church) Friday, February 15, 2013. This spectacular event was sponsored by LeMoyne College. The proceeds from the concert went to the Matt Shaw Fund, named in honor of a 2012 LeMoyne graduate who was killed in a random act of violence just months after his commencement. The preservation of the Negro spiritual is very prominent among our culture, as we celebrate the

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr./Black History Month Church Related Events

Dr. Joan Hillsman January 4, 2014

Upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Related Commemorations/Events January 15th Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Service Sponsored by IMA January 15th – Noon Day Service commemorating Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Tucker Missionary Baptist Church, Syracuse.Sponsor, Eric Dickerson January 19 – Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony – The Carrier Dome Syracuse, University Campus February – Black History Month February 15 – The Renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers (Fisk University)Concert Sponsored by Lemoyne College, hosted

The Legacy of Harriet Tubman: Unforgotten Hero

Dr. Joan Hillsman January 4, 2014

Harriet Tubman’s legacy lives on forever. On a personal note, as I reflect, who would have thought that I would have the opportunity to help the legacy of this great woman of courage. In school we were taught about many great people who served humanity. Harriet Tubman, The Moses of her people and the great conductor of the Underground Railroad, was one of them. She was born on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and resided

One Moment in Time: Up Front and Close with President Obama

Dr. Joan Hillsman September 5, 2013

President Barack Obama, perhaps, will never know what it meant or the exciting feelings that he generated just by having people, especially seniors, live out dreams that they thought would never come true. Who would have thought of during those times (those who came through, witnessed, or heard about the struggles of segregation in the South,) a Black president? Well, here we are in the 21st century witnessing great strides as history is being made.

Celebrate September-Gospel Music Heritage Month

Dr. Joan Hillsman September 1, 2013

September is Gospel Music Heritage Month! Let’s celebrate the contributions of this genre of music that has influenced music worldwide. In June, 2008, dual legislations passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate designated September as “Gospel Music Heritage Month”. The mission is to educate and celebrate the art form and rich heritage of all genres of gospel music through word and song. In 2008 Congresswoman Sheila Jackson (D-Texas) and Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark)

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