“Voices in Solidarity: Baltimore’s Black and Jewish Operatic History” is a partnership between Opera Baltimore, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, and the Jewish Museum of Maryland. It launches with a kick-off event at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum on Saturday, Feb. 14. This  immersive public program will use vocal music as a lens to explore the deep roots and lasting resonance of Black musical traditions shaped by migration, resilience, and artistic exchange in Baltimore.

The day begins with a moderated panel featuring scholars, archivists, and performers. including acclaimed Baltimore-born opera singer Daniel Rich. Anchored by artifacts from the Lewis Museum, the panel explores themes of tradition, support, tension, and solidarity across Black and Jewish communities. The afternoon culminates in a recital by Daniel Rich, tracing his personal and artistic journey through opera, musical theater, spirituals, and new works by Baltimore composers, reflecting the sound, stories and ongoing artistic excellence of Black Baltimore. Daniel will be joined by poet, singer, and visual artist Vincent Stringer and pianist, JoyAnne Amani

Boxed lunch is available during this event  for  pre -purchase for a $20 fee. Boxed lunch includes a sandwich, chips, small coleslaw or potato salad, fresh baked cookie, and a bottle of water.  Lunch orders are limited to 2 per registration.