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In a sepia toned photograph, five white men with guitars, a banjo and a violin stand behind a seated woman holding a banjo. Each man is identified by their names — Alex, James, Jim, Harold, Deacon — and the woman as Olabelle. A caption at the bottom says New River Boys 1959.

Ola Belle Reed: I’ve Endured

Albin O. Kuhn Library Gallery

The Albin O. Kuhn Library Gallery presents Ola Belle Reed: I've Endured, an exhibition that explores the life and work of nationally recognized bluegrass musician Ola Belle Reed, contextualizing her achievements within a history of migration from rural Appalachia north in the twentieth century. With a voice born in the mountains and shaped by the hard times she lived and saw, Reed (1916–2002) established herself as a significant and influential banjo picker, singer, and songwriter of old-time mountain music.

A large group of musicians perform on stage

UMBC Wind Ensemble with State of Maryland Griot Janice Curtis Greene

Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall, Catonsville

The Department of Music presents the UMBC Wind Ensemble under the direction of Brian Kaufman. What do a Japanese creation myth, Kendrick Lamar, and a professional storyteller have in common? Join the Wind Ensemble to find out as we explore ancient and modern day myths and fables from around the world. The event will feature special guest story teller and Official State of Maryland Griot Janice Curtis Greene, spoken word artist Erick Brown, and guest conductor Krystal Williams.

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