Hampton University Concert Choir Led by Director Omar Dickenson Performed at White House Juneteenth Concert

07.2023

The Hampton University Concert Choir, under the dynamic leadership of Director Omar Dickenson, performed at the White House for a special Juneteenth Concert on June 13, 2023. This commemorative event took place during Black Music Month where the Biden-Harris Administration uplifted American art forms that sing to the soul of the American experience.

University President Darrell K. Williams said this of the invitation to perform at the White House: “We are absolutely thrilled and proud to have the Hampton University Concert Choir represent our institution at the White House for this remarkable Juneteenth Concert. This invitation speaks volumes about the immense talent and unwavering dedication of our choir members, as well as the incredible leadership of Director Omar Dickenson. I extend my appreciation to the President and First Lady for hosting this extraordinary event.” 

Renowned for their powerful voices and stage presence, the Hampton University Concert Choir has maintained a repertoire of choral masterworks from some of the most prolific American composers from R. Nathaniel Dett to Nathan Carter. The Choir also performs the outstanding work of contemporary composers and arrangers such as Marques L.A. Garrett and B. E. Boykin.