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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:20 Feet From Stardom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special installment of Sounds in Cinema — NMAAM’s curated film series that explores the powerful intersection of Black music and storytelling on screen. Each program highlights the voices\, cultural impact\, and legacy behind the sounds that have shaped generations—brought to life through film\, conversation\, and special guest appearances. \nThis month’s featured film consists of a special screening of 20 Feet from Stardom\, the Academy Award–winning documentary that honors the extraordinary backup singers behind some of music’s most iconic moments. \nThe experience begins with a Heartbeat Saturday pre-screening reception in the NMAAM Lobby from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM\, featuring a live DJ and curated cocktails. \nFollowing the film\, guests are invited to an engaging panel with acclaimed singer-songwriter Janice Pendarvis\, moderated by Grammy and Dove Award-nominated artist Bob Bailey\, offering deeper insight into the artistry\, influence\, and untold stories of these unsung voices who helped define the soundtrack of our time. \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/20-feet-from-stardom/
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