#the aeolians of oakwood university

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Jacob Collier - Box of Stars Pts. 1 & 2

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Oakwood University Aeolians "Jerusalem"

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When I heard Jacob Collier call Aeolians of Oakwood University the “best choir on earth” last week, I went through some of their recordings. This Sabbath Hymn from Aeolianology Acappella, Vol. 2 (2015) is a good example of a sound that fills your insides with light, maybe raising your shoulders too. The church chorale and organ textures with jazz voice-leadings on an a cappella album is a testament to the power of the human voice. They also did a variation on Take 6’s classic arrangement of Get Away Jordan.

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The First of Many Waltzes at the Orion Amphitheater

My Dad lives in Huntsville, Alabama, so when he heard about the city’s new amphitheater, The Orion’s grand opening event, The First Waltz, he texted me the link to this article. My jaw dropped when I read the lineup! Huntsville, and North Alabama, definitely have the right to brag about their homegrown talent and they’re taking this opportunity to showcase it.

Many have heard me preach about the benefits of listening to the full lineup before attending a music festival.  The Friday and Saturday acts they have booked, which include Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit, Emmylou Harris, Waxahatchee, Brittany Howard, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Mavis Staples, and Drive-by Truckers are all already on heavy rotation in my household.

As a result, I only needed to familiarize myself with the newer local Huntsville talent performing on Sunday. So far, I am loving what I hear while listening to these artists, and even better, the First Waltz’s final day is free (or $12.21 if you order your ticket ahead of time online). So make sure you don’t skip Sunday!

A little bit of a preview of what awaits for you on that last day:

-The Aeolians of Oakwood University is a world champion acapella choir that will take us all to church that Sunday.

-DeQn Sue and Kelvin Wooten are a dynamic duo. (NPR music fans will definitely enjoy their Tiny Desk Concert performance.) Their songs are powerful messages in a bubbly and colorful package making them danceable and perfect for a Summer music festival set.

-Translee is best known for his many collaborations with major artists, such as the song, Catch This Wave with T.I. Translee can hold his own solo though, with songs such as Lost in the Sauce and Make Me Better. He is also the founder of the lifestyle brand, Inner Peace, Outer Glow. And if you’re looking for some swag to wear to the festival, IPOG has cute hoodies and hats, but I’m eyeing this bookbag.

-Who doesn’t love a good drumline?! I am looking forward to seeing the Huntsville Community Drumline perform. HCDL provides music education, instruments, equipment, and transportation to and from performances for children and seniors who are interested in learning about drumming and percussion all at no cost to the prospective drummer. Anyone who knows me knows that access to free and low-cost music education is a cause near and dear to my heart.

Join me for the first of surely many waltzes at the Orion Amphitheater. Also, while you are in Huntsville check out what special events The Camp and Lowe Mill are hosting. See y’all in May! 

By the way, be sure to give me your Huntsville restaurant suggestions for yummy post-festival eats.

The handy dandy details:

Event: The First Waltz at The Orion Amphitheater

Date: Friday, May 13th - Sunday, May 15, 2022

Tickets: [Link]

Location: The Orion Amphitheater - 701 Amphitheater Dr. NW, Huntsville, AL 35806

Hotels: [Link]

Parking: [Link]

Accessibility: [Link]

Food: [Link]

Website: https://www.theorionhuntsville.com/concerts/firstwaltz 

Additional attractions: 

The Camp - https://www.explorethecamp.com/events

Lowe Mill - https://lowemill.art

Schedule:

Friday - Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit, Emmylou Harris, Waxahatchee, John Paul White

Saturday - Brittany Howard, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Mavis Staples, Drive-by Truckers

Sunday - The Aeolians of Oakwood University, DeQn Sue & Kelvin Wooten, Translee, Huntsville Community Drumline

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Elijah Cummings loved The Black National Anthem. And The Aeolians just brought the house down singing their own rendition of it. Amen

Happy Sabbath!

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Whom Shall I Fear? (black gospel choral)

Jehovah Sabaoth (God of Angel Armies/Whom Shall I Fer/) - The Aeolians of Oakwood University

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2020 Calvin Symposium on Worship January 30 - February 1, 2020  Festival | Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Led by The Aeolians and Jason Max Ferdinand

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LEAD ME GUIDE ME - OAKWOOD UNIVERSITY AEOLIANS

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This song really impacted me today! This arrangement is so intricate and simple at the same time! We need to start uplifting our institutions and show our youth that they can get just a good as training in musicianship as this video shows. The piece is called "Take it to the Lord in Prayer" and is being sung by The Aeolians out of Oakwood University in Huntsville, Alabama. #TheyHaveTheRange! @theyhavetherange

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(EVERYTHING TO GOD IN PRAYER) AEOLIANS Oakwood University

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We Shall Overcome

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The Aeolians Oakwood University Alumni 2020 "We Shall Overcome"

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Aeolians Oakwood University Alumni 2020 "We Shall Overcome"

The Aeolians of Oakwood University is one of the leading choral groups. This new recording is in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Choir of the World Champions of 2017.

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Precious Lord | Aeolians of Oakwood University

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Tour Bus Involved in Deadly Multi-Car Crash

A tour bus was involved in a multi-vehicle crash in South San Francisco on Saturday morning, ultimately, killing one person and injuring multiple. The bus was carrying the Aeolians choir from Oakwood University. According to NBC Bay Areas News, there were 19 people on the Peninsula Tour bus, including the driver. Four vehicles were involved in the accident, and due to the impact, the bus caught fire. A Lincoln Navigator crashed into the bus and the driver died at the scene. Three others were taken to a local hospital with unknown injuries. The team at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers send our deepest condolences to the friends and family of the deceased victim. We have all others who are injured in our prayers in hopes of a full recovery.

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(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XakU3Y464fw)

Church service in Brixton with the 2017 World champion choir, the Oakwood University Aeolians!!!

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