Wichita’s ARISE ensemble brings African American spirituals to Spaght Elementary

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – On Friday, the ARISE ensemble sang to children at Spaght Elementary School in Wichita.

ARISE stands for African Americans Renewing Interest in Spirituals Ensemble. The performance group shares the heritage and impact of spirituals, especially young children in Kansas.

ARISE was asked to put on an assembly for third, fourth and fifth graders who are learning about Harriet Tubman for Black History Month…

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