Celebrating Black Women Icons: Gospel Greats, the Clark Sisters – Faculty of Music

The Faculty of Music’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office invites you to Celebrating Black Women Icons: Gospel Greats, the Clark Sisters.

Directed by Christine Swanson and written by Sylvia L. Jones and Camille Tucker, the film tells the story of the highest-selling female gospel group in history and their trailblazing mother, Mattie Moss Clark. Credited with bringing gospel music to the mainstream, the five sisters rose from humble beginnings in Detroit to achieve international fame, solidifying their legacy as gospel music icons.

The film will be followed by a talk with Darren Hamilton, professor of music education and founding director of the faculty’s Gospel Choir, and renowned vocal artist Patricia Shirley. There will also be a mini workshop on singing in the gospel style! 

Open to all U of T community members, this free screening will take place in-person and via livestream. Food will be served.