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The Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Ensemble at Harlem Stage Photo Recap

Revive Da Live and Harlem Stage teamed up to produce the free event at Annunciation Park in Harlem this past Saturday, featuring The Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Ensemble and special guests. Miguel’s virtuosic work as a composer, bandleader and multi-instrumentalist has made him one of the most celebrated young musicians of his time. Read more about Miguel in our Musician Feature Miguel Atwood-Ferguson: Assembling the Ensemble. 

Taylor McFerrin opened up the show by creating live beats while simultaneously beat-boxing.

Grammy winning recording artist Maya Azucena accompanied Taylor on an A capella track.

Miguel is formally trained in classical music, but found his way through hip-hop and jazz. His music is an amalgamation of many different influences.

A large crowd gathered this past Saturday at Harlem Stage, enjoying the astroturf and summer heat while watching the ensemble.

Marie Daulne, founder of Belgian group Zap Mama took to the stage.

Marie plays accompanied by the amazing ensemble.

Jazz vocalist Jose James paid tribute to the late Gil Scott-Heron with “Winter in America” and “The Bottle”, two of the singer/poet’s most celebrated songs.

Trombonist Corey King has played with some of the greatest artists in the world. Here he is breaking it down.

Marie of Zap Mama again commanding the stage and the audience below her.

Another beautiful candid moment between musicians and the captivated audience.

Pharoahe Monch, one of most legendary emcees of all time, concluded the night’s festivities.

Pharoahe Monch blessing the stage and the crowd with words of gratitude.

Another brilliant Revive da Live production concluded. Photos curtesy of Deneka Peniston Photography and Seher Sikandar of Rehes Creative. Stay tuned to The Revivalist for upcoming footage from the show.

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