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The Fisk Jubilee Singers celebrate 150 years during Ryman concert

Nashville Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
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Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami sings with his niece Ruby Amanfu during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami sings with his niece Ruby Amanfu during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Curt Chambers performs with Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Curt Chambers performs with Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Ruby Amanfu performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Ruby Amanfu performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Rissi Palmer, left, performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Rissi Palmer, left, performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Tommy Simms performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Tommy Simms performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Curt Chambers performs with Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Curt Chambers performs with Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform with Tommy Simms during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform with Tommy Simms during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Brassville performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami speaks before the start of the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami speaks before the start of the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Tommy Simms performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Tommy Simms performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Jason Eskridge performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Jason Eskridge performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers dance as they perform with Brassville during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers dance as they perform with Brassville during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Rissi Palmer and Natalie Hemby perform with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Rissi Palmer and Natalie Hemby perform with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Dr. Bobby Jones performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami sings with Ruby Amanfu during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Musical Director and Curb-Beaman Chair of the Fisk Jubilee Singers Dr. Paul T. Kwami sings with Ruby Amanfu during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform during their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. The ensemble has been performing in the Ryman Auditorium since the 1800Õs and remain a vital part of Fisk University.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Kyla Jade performs with the Fisk Jubilee Singers during the Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform the Fisk University Alma Mater, The Gold and Blue at the end of their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers perform the Fisk University Alma Mater, The Gold and Blue at the end of their Sesquicentennial concert at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Zaleski/ For The Tennessean