Kessel Music Ministries
Kessel Music Ministries
"Music Ministry Training for Excellence in Worship"
Praise & Worship
VOICES OF WORSHIP
Choir & Inspirational Ensemble
Praise & Worship
VOICES OF WORSHIP
Choir & Inspirational Ensemble
Rev. Felicia Crawley, "Let God Arise" Cantata Director
"Children Welcome"
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church - Exit 20A from 495
Left at Light - Rgt @ Whitfield Chapel Road
(Church is approx. 2 miles on Right)
YOU'RE INVITED!
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COME JOIN "VOICES OF WORSHIP"
FOR OUR LIVE VIDEO PERFORMANCE AT THE STUDIO! FRIDAY, JUNE 5th!
DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 P.M.
COME JOIN "VOICES OF WORSHIP"
FOR OUR LIVE VIDEO PERFORMANCE AT THE STUDIO! FRIDAY, JUNE 5th!
DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 P.M.
The STUDIO
45449 Severn Way, #165
Sterling, VA 20166
45449 Severn Way, #165
Sterling, VA 20166
presents
presents
"First Friday of the Month Performers Night"
Neo Soul, Jazz, Gospel R&B and Comedy
"First Friday of the Month Performers Night"
Neo Soul, Jazz, Gospel R&B and Comedy
featuring
featuring
"Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship"
and
Harold Winley & the Clovers
K. Chris Knight & Nikia Johnson
"Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship"
and
Harold Winley & the Clovers
K. Chris Knight & Nikia Johnson
Tickets: $20 per person in advance
$25 at the door
TheSTUDIOVA.com
Tickets: $20 per person in advance
$25 at the door
TheSTUDIOVA.com
Soda, Juice Bar & Light Snacks
Soda, Juice Bar & Light Snacks
V.O.W. -- fkcrawley@gmail.com
V.O.W. -- fkcrawley@gmail.com
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VOW Friends Announcement:
"HOPE, HARMONY & FREEDOM”
"HOPE, HARMONY & FREEDOM”
5th Annual Celebration of Black History & Unity
Sunday, April 26th @ 3:00 p.m.
The Friends of Pleasant Grove
&
Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship
The Friends of Pleasant Grove
&
Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship
Historic Pleasant Grove Church
8641 Lewinsville Road, McLean, VA 22102
Join us as we celebrate "Unity" in our quaint historic setting for an uplifting afternoon of powerful rafter-raising music, including African and traditional spirituals and freedom songs, classic readings, poetry and selected works in tribute to the music of “Selma” the late Maya Angelou!
*Open & Free to the Public*
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Feb 14, 2015
CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH
THE GIFT OF LOVE!
CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH
THE GIFT OF LOVE!
Lula Washington Dance Theatre comes to Dance Place in DC 2 Performances Only!
Lula Washington Dance Theatre comes to Dance Place in DC 2 Performances Only!
Dear Friends:
On Valentine’s weekend, February 14-15, (Sat-Sun/8pm & 4pm) the Lula Washington Dance Theatre, from Los Angeles, California, will bring an exciting 35th anniversary program to Washington, D. C. for its first-ever performance at Dance Place at 3225 8 Street, NE, 20017.
Because Lula and the Company have a passionate commitment to education both at home and in every community in which they perform, I am counting on you to help fill those 144 seats with aspiring young artists, dance enthusiasts, professionals and individuals like yourselves who love to support the arts, including those couples who would enjoy sharing this Valentine’s Day romantic cultural celebration together!
“Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the gift of love!” Donate Tickets for Students! You can purchase tickets with your donation which we will distribute to youth and young adults in middle, high school and college who simply cannot afford to go. *Mention my name when calling box office (202-269-1600) for $20 special promotional rate.
*All donors of group donations of 10 or more will be given complimentary tickets to the show along with a special invitation to the VIP Reception on Sunday, Feb. 15, with DC’s newly elected Mayor, Muriel Bowser (invited) and other elected officials and representatives.
The Performers: Founded in 1980 in inner city Los Angeles, this vibrant troupe is known for powerful, high-energy dancing and unique choreography by its founder, Lula Washington, who blends contemporary dance with African, ballet, street dance, and Katherine Dunham technique.
The Company is composed of young, athletic dancers, many of whom were groomed in Lula Washington’s inner city dance studio. While Lula Washington encourages her dancers to be excellent performers, she also emphasizes the importance of being leaders in their communities.
The Company will perform Lula Washington's "Random Thoughts," called "brilliant" for its exploration of the jazz compositions of trumpet player Terrence Blanchard. "Love Is..." by Christopher Huggins (formerly of Alvin Ailey). This work explores differing perspectives on love and romance -- an ideal treat for Valentine's Day. "Reign", by Rennie Harris, fuses hip hop and House dance to invigorate audiences and make them want to move. The program will also include excerpts from Washington's "The Little Rock Nine," which looks at the Civil Rights movement. This multi-faceted company also performs works by such acclaimed contemporary innovators such as Donald McKayle, Donald Byrd, and talented emerging choreographers such as Tamica Washington-Miller, Associate Director of LWDT.
Background Info: Lula worked closely with film director James Cameron to create movement and rituals for the mega hit film, Avatar. A love-story in itself, Lula’s husband, Erwin Washington, walked away from a successful journalism and TV career to help his wife run the company as co-founder and Executive Director. In addition to celebrating the 35 anniversary of the company, they are celebrating their 45 wedding anniversary!
Lula Washington Dance Theatre has danced in major theaters across America and in Russia, China, Brazil, Germany, Mexico and Spain. It was last seen in Washington, DC at the John K. Kennedy Center's Masterpieces of African-American Dance festival.
Please help me reach our GOAL: To raise donations and purchase enough tickets to fill all 144 seats in Dance Place to show them our support for bringing excellence in African-American dance and culture to their theatre.
To Donate Funds for Tickets: Please call the box office at: 202-269-1600 send checks made payable to: "Dance Place" and send to 3225 8 Street, NE, 20017. We would like to fill up the house and provide complimentary tickets to young aspiring dance students and professionals as well as, minority students, family and friends.
I thank you in advance for spreading the word and sharing this exciting invitation to join Lula and the Company this Valentine’s Day for an extraordinary and ROMANTIC experience.
Hope to see you at the show!
Hope to see you at the show!
Felicia Kessel Crawley
Director, Voices of Worship
Publicist, LWDT
LWCD Foundation
The Lula Washington Contemporary Dance Foundation (LWCDF) is a 501(c)3 tax exempt non-profit organization founded in 1980 by Lula and Erwin Washington to provide a creative outlet for minority dance artists in South Los Angeles. The Foundation seeks to build bridges between people of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds through its inter-related parts: the professional Dance Company (Lula Washington Dance Theatre), the Dance School, the Youth Dance Ensemble, and the Dance Studio.
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VOW IN WORSHIP - 2015
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2015
Min. Felicia Kessel Crawley, Musical Director
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Historic Pleasant Grove Church
Annual Black History Celebration
8641 Lewinsville Road, McLean, VA 22102
3:00 PM
Saturday, March 29, 2015
NWVA Chapter-Gospel Music Workshop of America
TRIBUTE TO PASTOR ANDRAE CROUCH
Mount Olive Baptist Church, Rectortown
5:00 PM
VOW will perform with area choirs and soloists at a special service to
celebrate the life of Pastor Andrae Crouch and his music. Rectortown's
Pastor Tony Craddock, Jr. will sing the songs of this legendary gospel
singer, musician, composer, and producer
Sunday, May 3rd, 2015
Reston-Dulles NCNW (Nat'l Council of Negro Women)
VOW to perform "Inspirational Jazz" at
" Smooth Jazz " Fundraiser Luncheon for Educational &
Community Service Programs in Fairfax & Loudoun Counties
Reston Sheration Hotel, Reston, VA
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VOW IN WORSHIP - 2014
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2014
Min. Felicia Kessel Crawley, Musical Director
July 30th, 2014 from 7-9 p.m.
Northern VA Baptist Center
"KINGDOM PRAISE" Annual Musical
14019 Glenkirk Road
Gainesville, VA 20156
Sponsored by Baptist School Union & Baptist Training Union Convention, Inc.
Also in Worship:
"Fresh Anointing" Dance Ministry - Manassas Park Bible Church, "Youth, Young Adult Combined Choir, St. John Baptist Hurley Town, Midland, VA; Youth Choir, St. James Baptist Bealton, VA; Darlene Fields, Oak Run Baptist Church Thoroughfare, Broad Run, VA
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2014
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2014
Black History Celebrations
Black History Celebrations
*March 2nd @ 4:00 pm
*March 2nd @ 4:00 pm
"Lift Every Voice" Annual Choir Sing sponsored by Great Falls Ecumenical Council at St. Francis Episcopal Church,
"Lift Every Voice" Annual Choir Sing sponsored by Great Falls Ecumenical Council at St. Francis Episcopal Church,
9220 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066
Celebrating Community Through Music
A Ministry of the
Great Falls Ecumenical Council "Our Vision: To love God and one
another"
"Celebrating Community
Through Music"
"Celebrating Community
Through Music"
Come and enjoy the music & fellowship of local choirs from around the Washington Metropolitan area in celebration of Unity through the Music of Faith! Reception to Follow Program - Free and Open to the Public
*March 22nd @ 3:00 pm
*March 22nd @ 3:00 pm
The Friends of Pleasant Grove and Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship invite you to our FREE Annual Black History Month Event
The Friends of Pleasant Grove and Min. Felicia Crawley & the Voices of Worship invite you to our FREE Annual Black History Month Event
Historic Pleasant Grove Church
8641 Lewinsville Road, McLean, VA 22102
Historic Pleasant Grove Church
8641 Lewinsville Road, McLean, VA 22102
Join us as we celebrate "Unity" in our quaint historic setting for an uplifting afternoon of powerful rafter-raising music, including African and traditional spirituals and freedom songs, classic readings and poetry and selected works as we honor: Duke Ellington, George & Ira Gershwin, Nelson Mandela and Pete Seeger!
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2013
VOW IN WORSHIP - 2013
DENYCE GRAVES & VOICES OF WORSHIP TO LEAD
MLK 50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF "I HAVE A DREAM" SPEECH
GOSPEL BRUNCH - WILLARD HOTEL - WASHINGTON, DC
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2013 - 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Voices of Worship (VOW) received an exciting invitation from the Willard Hotel to present a musical tribute to Dr. King in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of his "I Have a Dream" speech in Washington, DC. The historic speech was written by Dr. King at the Willard Hotel.
In keeping with the focus of Dr. King's message and heart which was for the coming together of all God’s children, black, brown, red, yellow and white, the choir will be a reflection of his dream both in spirit and in truth. In preparation for this musical event, the invitation to participate has been extended to other vocalists and ensembles including those who participated in “Lazarus, the Musical” from DC, MD and Northern VA.
In Christ and Love,
Rev. Felicia Kessel Crawley
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Previous Events:
"LAZARUS: THE MUSICAL"
Washington DC Premiere - June 8th @ the Arena Stage Kreeger Theatre -- Dr. Bill Cummings, Director, Producer & Composer
Sponsor: Bread for the World - Bishop Don DiXon Williams, Co-Producer
"LAZARUS: THE MUSICAL"
Washington DC Premiere - June 8th @ the Arena Stage Kreeger Theatre -- Dr. Bill Cummings, Director, Producer & Composer
Sponsor: Bread for the World - Bishop Don DiXon Williams, Co-Producer
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"CALLING ALL YOUTH - HIGH SCHOOL AND ABOVE!"
"CALLING ALL YOUTH - HIGH SCHOOL AND ABOVE!"
JOIN US ON MAY 4TH @ 7:30 P.M. FOR OUR
"YOUTH NIGHT WORSHIP & BIBLE R.A.P. SESSION!
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WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENTS
WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENTS
“Rev. Felicia Kessel Crawley”
Specializing in Music Ministry Training for Singers & Musicians
presents
“FOR SINGERS
ONLY!”
“FOR SINGERS
ONLY!”
A Workshop Designed for All Singers
Soloists, Choirmembers, Home singers, Professionals,
New or Inexperienced, Male and Female
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS
Ø Techniques to improve your singing voice
Ø Pitch, tone, projection & breathing
Ø How to sing better in parts, learn what your range is
Ø How to audition and prepare for leads and solos
Ø Counting, conducting and microphone techniques
DATE: TBA - 10am-1pm (Registration 9:30)
WHERE: TBA
COST: $35/General; $30/Seniors 65+
*Register free on-line @ www.kesselmusicministries.com or
Call (703) 725-5042
