Portland Chamber Orchestra: My Words are My Sword
$40 ($35 senior, $15 student)
- Jasnam Daya Singh, piano
A one man and orcehstra show that explores the magical word "if" and how true liberation grows from an understanding of the manifestation of self within body, mind, soul, and spirit, specifically toward a people but universally towards all. The term "blackness" is redefined through story, monlogue, characterization, poetry, and song as it addresses current issues with the buried history of black bravery and excellence.
My Words are My Sword is a collaboration of poet/actor Darius Wallace, composer Jasnam Daya Singh, and Music Director/conductor Yaacov Bergman.
This important and timely work, an outburst of pain mixed with hope, is a groundbreaking fusion of poetry, Hip-Hop, jazz, and traditional classical styles.
In partnership with The Portland Chamber Orchestra, The Oregon Commission on Black Affairs (OCBA) is facilitating the purchase of My Words are My Sword tickets for Black Oregonians. Please complete this form to request a sponsored ticket for yourself, your family, or a community group: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjVtgIIv7upj-EMZrfkLfDUKnAYcksER0HzKF844dWDFjDsg/viewform. You can also nominate Black community members and organizations to receive donated tickets. We are eager to sponsor tickets for Black musicians, advocates, elders, and youth groups.
Donations to sponsor tickets for Black and African American community members can be made here: https://apps.oregon.gov/ECommerce/EPS/oac/program?key=2
COVID-19 Protocols: Proof of vaccination presented at the door and a mask must be worn at all times at the venue. Cloth masks will not be allowed. More details: https://portlandchamberorchestra.org/plan-your-visit