An Afternoon with Johnaye Kendrick and New Works (Spring Concert and Student Recital)
This special event features the premiere of original works composed by our 2025-2026 Composer in Residence, Johnaye Kendrick, written especially for Key to Change students. These world premiere performances offer a rare opportunity to experience brand-new music brought to life by the young musicians for whom it was created.
The program will also include student performances of works by our past composers in residence, including Curtis Stewart, Patrice Rushen, and Caleb Vaughn-Jones. Collaboration with leading composers of color is at the heart of Key to Change. As a featured highlight, Johnaye Kendrick will perform a set of jazz selections with the Johnaye Kendrick Quartet, bringing her distinctive artistry to the stage alongside our students.
There is a pre-concert recital held from 11:30 am–Noon before the main concert event from 12:00–2:00 pm. Following the performance, please join us for a reception with refreshments and snacks. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the students and families and celebrate the dedication and growth of our community over the spring term.
This event is free and open to the public. Families with children are warmly welcomed. Come share in an afternoon of new music and meaningful connection.
