WCHOF Music Series: Brooklyn Saint + Strings

Join us for an electrifying evening of modern soul and jazz as the [WCHOF Music Series](https://worldchesshof.org/exhibits-programs/wchof-music-series/) celebrates genre-bending artistry. Featuring musicians from the dynamic duo Brooklyn Saint and a live string ensemble, this concert is an essential cultural event for music lovers and a highlight of the Saint Louis concerts calendar. The performance takes place at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, a unique Saint Louis museum and art gallery that offers an unforgettable atmosphere where strategic games meet sonic masterpieces. The Program: Soulful Evolution with Cinematic Strings Experience a journey through high-energy grooves and cinematic arrangements with this special collaboration: * Brooklyn Saint + Strings: The electrifying duo of vocalist Shareef Keyes and drummer Emanuel Harrold joins forces with a live string ensemble for an evening that pushes the boundaries of modern soul and jazz. * A Bold New Sound: Keyes’ bold yet melodic vocals, steeped in the spirit of Marvin Gaye, James Brown, and Janelle Monáe, meet Harrold’s polyrhythmic drive, inspired by jazz and hip-hop innovators. Together, they create a blend of R&B, funk, and hip hop with lush string arrangements. The Performers: Brooklyn Saint This exceptional evening features Brooklyn Saint, the dynamic duo of vocalist Shareef Keyes and drummer Emanuel Harrold, along with a supporting string ensemble. WCHOF Music Director [Brian Owens](https://www.brianowenssoul.com/) has curated this exceptional program in collaboration with Emanuel Harrold and Shareef Keyes, arranging pieces that reflect the WCHOF's mission to celebrate the intersection of art, culture, and high strategy. The ensemble will bring inventive and vibrant depth to these musical selections. Thematic Connection: Strategy in Sound The strategic nature of chess, which demands both…