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BFS in CONCERT 2023

ProduceR : ANDREW CLARKE

MUSICAL DIRECTOR: JOEL EDWARDS

  • Jamaica Performing Arts Center - June 3

  • Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene - June 4

  • St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church - June 11

Caribbean Blend (Celebrating the nature isle of Dominica, the Islands of the Bahamas and St. Kitts & Nevis)

 

Caribbean vocal ensemble, the Braata Folk Singers has expanded their repertoire in a brand new live production. The New York-based group, primarily focused on showcasing and preserving Caribbean folk music, now include inspirational and reggae songs.The Braata Folk Singers, under the creative direction of Jamaican born actor, singer, and producer Andrew Clarke, and the musical direction of Joel Edwards, will present “Caribbean Blend.” Armed with brand new songs with a tailored focus on celebrating the 45th independence of the nature isle of Dominica, 50th year of independence for the Islands of the Bahamas and the 40th independence St. Kitts & Nevis, the upcoming season is designed to celebrate some of the most remarkable musical milestones of each of these nations - looking back while also moving forward.

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BFS IN CONCERT 2021

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MEET THE ARTISTS

Meet the Artists

THE SINGERS

Sopranos
Colette Ambo
Nicole Davis

Akia Thornhill
Crystal Wright


Altos
Vinette Matthews
Tony-Ann Nelson

Kim Pommell
Christine Thomas

Tenors
Andrew Clarke
Rootsman ( Brian Fender - Shirley) 


Bass
Camara Foster
Donald Graham
Standley McCray
Adam Boggs Mcdonald


 

THE CREATIVES

Script Writer
Karl O'Brian Williams

Creative Director
Andrew Clarke

Musical Director
Joel Edwards

Mixing Engineer
Taje Crumbe

Costume/Graphic Designer
JohnEli Dacosta

Prop & Costume Mistress
Nicola Johnson

Stage Manager
Mollie Frankel

Lighting Design
Monee Stamp

Keyboards
Joel Edwards

Bass Guitar
Newel Singh

Lead Guitar
Colwyn Mitchell

Drums
Allan Wellington

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HEALTH & SAFETY

The safety of our patrons, staff and artists is our number one priority. As such, all audience members over the age of five will be required to show proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination and wear masks while inside the theater building. Exceptions are only made for patrons eating and/or drinking in designated areas within one hour prior to showtime or for special events.

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