Black Arts and Cultural Festival

Celebrating the Rich Culture of Black Americans in New York.

Schedule of events

5:00 - 8:00 p.m - Black Arts and Cultural Festival Gospel Night

Featuring an Evening of Inspirational Musical Devotion With Karen Clark Sheard

Four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner and multiple Stellar and GMA Dove Award winner Karen Clark Sheard is a vocalist, songwriter, entrepreneur, wife and mother. She is also a gospel music legend and a part of a musical dynasty. Admired by a wide range of vocalists from various genres, Clark Sheard is renowned throughout the music industry for her signature, one-of-a-kind multi-octave vocal range and ability. 

Her musical style with the legendary Clark Sisters and as a solo artist has inspired a host of today’s brightest pop divas including Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, and Faith Evans, among countless others.

Performance Schedule

5:00 pm - DJ Kick-off

5:30 pm - Local Gospel Showcase with Rev. Joy
The Capital District Community Men's Choir
Men of Faith
Community Voices of Praise
Authentic Worship
Community Hip Hop and Praise Dancers
Capital District Liturgical Dancers
New York Capital Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction Choir

7:15 pm - Karen Clark Sheard