Camp Soul 2023!
Camp S.O.U.L. - Students Obtaining Unique Musical Levels - is a pre-college camp for high school students that is centered on African American music. Camp Soul will be held on June 11 - 16, 2023.
Upcoming Events
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Aug 24
AAAI Releases its first album!
Inspire Me is an album of 10 inspirational recorded by the award-winning African American Choral ensemble, composed and arranged by Dr. Raymond Wise.
Honoring Dr. Herman C. Hudson’s 100th Birthday
As one of the first African American leaders at Indiana University, few individuals have made a more powerful impact on the institution’s academic environment than Hudson.
One of a kind for 48 years
Since 1974, the African American Arts Institute (AAAI) the nation’s only program that manages credit-bearing ensembles dedicated to the performance of black music and dance. The AAAI is made up of three performing ensembles offered as courses in IU’s Department of
African American and African Diaspora Studies.
Performing Ensembles
African American Choral Ensemble
Directed by Raymond Wise
The African American Choral Ensemble features a broad repertoire of African American choral music including spirituals, Gospel, and formally composed works.
Learn about the Choral Ensemble
African American Dance Company
Directed by Stafford Berry
The African American Dance Company shares dance of the American and African diaspora including African styles, contemporary, jazz, and other cultural forms.
Learn about the Dance Company
IU Soul Revue
Directed by James Strong
Established in 1971, the IU Soul Revue performs post-World War II Black popular music, from timeless R&B, soul, and funk to hip hop and other contemporary music styles. The ensemble includes vocals, horns, and rhythm sections.
Learn about the Soul Revue