In 1956, more  than 600 African-American families, including businesses and  institutions living in the Rondo neighborhood of Saint Paul,  lost their  homes to the construction of the new I-94 highway cutting across the  United States. Rondo's disaggregation was part of a national movement  that upended thousands of black, immigrant, and poor communities to make  room for more seamless coast-to-coast automobile transportation. Home  to such artists as Gordon Parks, August Wilson, Roberta Davies, and  Bobby Lyles, the Rondo neighborhood produced and inspired artists and  musicians who would go on to national fame. The Rondo Community Music  Series, presented by Walker West Music Academy, showcases a current  generation of artists who continue to be inspired by Rondo's history,  cultural expression, and resilience. The Rondo Community Music Series  presents a variety of musicians and artists from September through April  2024. Join us for all of the hour-long concerts and be inspired by the  power of music to convey and shape communities. All shows are FREE, but  you must register!

We’re glad to welcome again Selby Ave Brass Band ft. Thomasina Petrus  

The Selby Avenue Brass Band brings a unique voice to  the Twin Cities music scene with a mix of New Orleans jazz and other  genres. The group is led by Tom Wells, tubist, arranger, composer, and  Walker|West teaching artist. The band features Twin Cities premier  vocalist, Thomasina Petrus.

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Selby Avenue Brass Band ft. Thomasina Petrus and Mychael Wright