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The Root — World Premiere

Event: The Root – World Premiere

Sacred and Profane Chamber Chorus presents an inspiring program featuring musical settings of powerful speeches by influential figures of the past and present. The concert will include the world premiere of The Root — an a cappella SATB work by Zanaida Stewart Robles — setting Angela Davis’ iconic statement, “I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.”

Berkeley

Saturday, May 10, 2025 —7:00PM

St. Mark’s Episcopal

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San Francisco

Sunday, May 11, 2025 — 4;00PM

Noe Valley Ministry

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Black-and-white close-up of activist Angela Davis speaking into a microphone with an intense and determined expression.

Zanaida Robles Residency & World Premiere with Sacred and Profane Chorus

Zanaida Robles Residency & World Premiere with Sacred and Profane Chorus

Acclaimed composer Zanaida Robles will be in residency with the Sacred and Profane Chorus in Berkeley, CA, leading up to a momentous event:

🌿 World Premiere of “The Root” 🌿

A powerful new choral work setting the words of civil rights activist Angela Davis

🗓 When: Sunday, May 11

📍 Where: Berkeley, CA

Join us for this groundbreaking performance, where music and activism intersect in a moving exploration of resilience, justice, and history. Don’t miss this extraordinary event!