# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Freedom Vespers: American Portraits
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join pianist Jonathan Levin and operatic tenor Tyrone Chambers for Freedom Vespers: American Portraits, a stirring celebration of American music presented by First Baptist Church and Clayton Piano Festival. This free public concert highlights the richness and diversity of American music through folk songs, spirituals, poetry, musical theatre, jazz influences, original works, and timeless classics. Through music reflecting themes of unity, resilience, struggle, and hope, Jonathan and Tyrone invite audiences on a deeply personal journey through America’s musical heritage while sharing their mission to bring music to underserved communities across the US.  Special guests include mezzo soprano Angelique Alexander and organist Maureen Howell.  Join us for free Hershey’s ice cream directly afterwards provided by Ronnie's Country Store.

Date: Saturday, June 28
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: First Baptist Church, Smithfield, NC
Admission: Free and open to all
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/smithfield/freedom-vespers-american-portraits/200030197096818
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, concerts, festivals, live-music, theatre, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 26

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Smithfield
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: FBC Smithfield
- **lat**: 35.50913
- **long**: -78.34598
- **full address**: FBC Smithfield, 202 S 4th St, Smithfield, NC 27577-4554, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Freedom Vespers: American Portraits
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Freedom Vespers: American Portraits being held?
  - **A:** Freedom Vespers: American Portraits takes place on Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm at FBC Smithfield, 202 S 4th St, Smithfield, NC 27577-4554, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Freedom Vespers: American Portraits?
  - **A:** Freedom Vespers: American Portraits is organized by Clayton Piano Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Freedom Vespers: American Portraits is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Smithfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Freedom Vespers: American Portraits sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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