: Sunday, July 4, 2021, 11:38 AM IST Star-Spangled Banner vs Lift Every Voice and Sing : Here s why black national anthem is trending on Twitter
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On the occasion of the independence day of the United States of America and Juneteenth, American actress and singer Vanessa Williams will perform the song âLift Every Voice and Sing,â which has become known as the âblack national anthem,â at the annual
A Capitol Fourth televised celebration.
In a conversation with the Associated Press, Williams said that she will be honouring the nationâs independence day as well as Juneteenth, which marks the anniversary of the liberation of the last slaves in the United States.
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FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day. July 4 is almost here, so it s time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.
We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Fairfax, so you can start planning now.
National Weather Service forecasts a chance of showers throughout this weekend, meaning many 4th of July events could be washed out, postponed, or canceled.
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Vanessa Williams, Cynthia Erivo, and Ali Stroker
Tony nominee Vanessa Williams hosts this year s
A Capitol Fourth concert, airing July 4 on PBS at 8 PM ET (check local listings). Joining the Broadway alum are Tony winners Cynthia Erivo and Ali Stroker, Christopher Jackson, Laura Osnes, Auliâi Cravalho, Jennifer Nettles with the Broadway Inspirational Voices, the National Symphony Orchestra, and more.
The televised concert special features pre-recorded performances by stage and screen favorites from around the country along with a live fireworks display from Washington, D.C. Among the notable NYC segments, Nettles and BIV film at NYCâs Town Hall while Cravalho appears from the Unisphere. The fireworks will be backed by Tchaikovskyâs â1812 Overtureâ featuring the NSO and The Joint Armed Forces Chorus.