2020 Speakers Series: Classical Music and Social Justice

During the Fall 2020 semester, the GWSO sponsored a free, public series featuring individuals who are using music to make the world a better place. The slate of guests includes nationally, internationally, and locally prominent musicians whose work address issues related to social justice, racism, inequality, and education, both within the classical music world and beyond.

As a final project, Wheaton students created presentations exploring the work of an individual or organization whose work was particularly inspiring. You can view Wheaton cellist Sarah Simkevich’s presentation on Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road project, featuring an interview with Hadi Eldek, here.

FALL 2020 Speakers Series Roster

Sept. 21:

Delta David Gier

Lakota Music Project - south dakota symphony Orchestra

Sept. 28:

Ashleigh Gordon

Castle of Our Skins: Celebrating Black Artistry Through Music

These presentations are open to all. If you wish to attend, here is the Zoom information:

ID: 8328415701 AND ADD THE NUMBER 1 AT THE END (this is to deter Zoom bombers/bots)
Password: O47L9d6ab AND ADD A LOWER-CASE o AT THE END (this is to deter Zoom bombers/bots)

If you have a problem joining the meeting, please contact Delvyn Case at case_delvyn@wheatoncollege.edu