Honoring a Diva: Celebrating soprano Kathleen Battle

Join host Patrick D. McCoy as he broadcast an hour long show dedicated to the brilliant soprano Kathleen Battle.  McCoy will share is initial introduction to Ms. Battle's glorious art and will play excerpts from her body of recorded works.  This show will honor Ms. Battle for her musical greatness and in no way wlll dimiss her many contributions to the world of music.  "This show is long overdue, and one very special and dear to my heart."  McCoy said.  Guests include Metropolitan Opera soprano Anita Johnson, who will speak specifically on Ms. Battle's influence on her choice to pursue singing and Monica Perdue, a soprano based in Chicago, IL and longtime admirer join the broadcast.

Devoted fans and supportive colleagues are invited to be considered as guest on the show by e-mailing theafricanamericanvoice@gmail.com with Kathleen Battle in the subject line.  Only guest who share the intended spirit of this broadcast will be considered.

Born in 1948 in Portsmouth, Ohio, Kathleen Battle is world renowned for her silvery, lyric soprano voice.  Whether she is championing the works of Handel or essaying jazz standards, Ms. Battle's voice is in a league of its own.