Bent But Not Broken is a one-of-a-kind conference uplifting the vocal artistry of Black musicians.
06/11/2026
A Queen Takes The Stage!
Native Philadelphian and Curtis graduate Karen Slack and pianist Kevin J. Miller will bring her groundbreaking recital "African Queens" to the Bent But Not Broken conference. The evening will feature newly commissioned art songs honoring seven African queens whose power, courage, and legacy deserve to be heard.
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06/01/2026
Many ensembles claim to be "welcoming," but true affirmation requires examining the systems that make some voices feel less valid than others. What if creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces isn't about grand gestures? How can we make it part of intentional daily practice?
Join us for a FREE webinar tonight at 7 PM ET!
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05/26/2026
Join us for a FREE webinar on Monday, June 1 at 7 PM ET!
Together, we'll explore gender-inclusive language, repertoire that reflects diverse experiences, and vocal classification beyond binary systems. Instead of tolerance, we'll focus on transformation: building rehearsal spaces where every singer can show up authentically and be celebrated for exactly who they are.
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05/19/2026
What if creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces isn't about grand gestures? How can we make it part of intentional daily practice?
Join us for a FREE webinar on Monday, June 1 at 7 PM ET!
Link in the comments.
Bent But Not Broken is coming to Philadelphia on November 18-20, 2026! Register today to join our movement elevating Black vocal artists' musical contributions and accomplishments across time and genres.
Listen to the Winston-Salem State University Singing Rams under the direction of Maestra D'Walla Simmons-Burke perform Roland Carter's arrangement of "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
The Philadelphia Heritage Chorale will help us welcome you to Philly at our Bent But Not Broken Conference this November 18-20, 2026!
Register today for BBNB 4.0 at the link in the comments.
Bent But Not Broken comes to Philadelphia this November—secure your spot now!
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05/04/2026
TONIGHT at 7 PM ET: How can we all make responsible choices about repertoire, how it's taught, and how it's performed while making it accessible and palatable to all singers?
Join our Assistant Conductor Alexander Nguyẽ̂n and ACDA Eastern Region President Elect Penelope Cruz for a free webinar where they will draw on their experiences as American-born children of immigrants and discuss issues of culturally appropriate and relevant practices and repertoire choices, whether one is OF the culture, of an ‘adjacent’ culture, or has no little experience in and with an AAPI culture.
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Mozart 🫱🏻🫲🏾 Gospel in this adaptation by Isaac S. Cates, performed by Ordained at our Bent But Not Broken Conference 3.0!
BBNB 4.0 registration is LIVE for November 18-20, 2026 in Philadelphia—register today!