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James Weldon Johnson

Abstract:: Carmen Fields reports that James Weldon Johnson was a poet, lawyer, diplomat, composer, and former director of the NAACP. Fields notes that the US Postal Service will issue a postage stamp bearing Johnson's image in honor of Black History Month. Fields interviews Samuel Allen (professor, Boston University) about Johnson's life and his legacy. Allen reads two of Johnson's poems. Fields notes that Johnson is the composer of 'Lift Every Voice,' which is known as the 'black national anthem.' Fields report is accompanied by photos of Johnson and a shot of the postage stamp bearing his image. Field's report also includes footage of the Madison Park High School Choir performing 'Lift Every Voice.'

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Abstract:: Hope Kelly reports on the Madison Park High School Choir's tribute to Roland Hayes (African American classical singer), who was the first African American singer to achieve recognition on the classical stage. Kelly notes that the Roland Hayes Music Center is based at Madison Park High School. Kelly reviews Hayes's career. Kelly's report is accompanied by photos and footage of Hayes. Kelly's report includes footage from interviews with Elma Lewis (African American community leader), Robert Winfrey (Director, Roland Hayes Music Center), Anthony Walker (graduate, Roland Hayes Music Center), and Afrika Hayes (daughter of Roland Hayes) discussing Hayes's music and legacy. Kelly's report also includes footage of the choir's performance and footage from interviews with members of the choir about Hayes's legacy.