America in Song: 250 Years of Resilience and Harmony

America in Song traces 250 years of American history through music — from Indigenous and African roots to spirituals, jazz, blues, and contemporary voices. Hosted by acclaimed vocalist Rose Weaver with a lineup of distinguished Rhode Island artists, each performance weaves live music with storytelling to celebrate resilience, identity, and community.

No ticket needed — just let us know you’re coming so we can plan accordingly. See you there! 

Performing Artists

Rose Weaver – Vocal/Narrator/Soloist
Becky Bass – Vocals-Soloist-RPM
Kia Baird – Vocals-Soloist-RPM
Lauri Smalls – Vocals-Soloist-RPM
Joyce Brayboy – Vocals-Soloist-RPM
Ann Landis – Vocals-RPM
Laura Gabiger – Vocals-RPM
Jeffrey Theodore – Vocals-RPM
Elizabeth Keiser – Vocal/Narration
John McNiff as Roger Williams – Vocal/Narration
Kim Trusty – Vocal & Guitar
Paul Williams – Vocal & Guitar
Delbert Collins – Electric Piano/Vocals
Cathy Clasper-Torch – Violin
Lon Plynton – Electric Bass
Lenny Burrell – Drums
Sidy Maiga – Djembe drum
Natalie Rosario, Stage Manager
Ramona Harris, Stage Assistant
Dominique Sindayiganza, Photographer&Videographer
Wiley Lin, Web Designer
Jennifer Harper, Project Assistant