Heroes of 9/11

Southern Wesleyan University will join the rest of the nation in commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with a musical program titled “Gifts Of Grace: Heroes of 9/11” Thursday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on the campus in Central.

From the passengers on United flight 93 to the legions of first responders, America was introduced to thousands of new heroes: men and women who put their country and other people above their own lives.

“Gifts of Grace” salutes these brave Americans who gave their lives on that tragic day by revisiting the hills of Pennsylvania, the streets of New York City and the landmarks of the nation’s capital through music and narration.  The program will also feature local representatives of the police, firefighters, paramedics and physicians, who will be recognized for their ongoing service to the community.

Mac Frampton, a South Carolina native and renowned concert pianist who has toured the world for nearly 40 years, is the creator of the production. He has also arranged and orchestrated all of the music and takes the stage as pianist, conductor and occasional narrator. Canadian singer Eric De Gray, who recently completed his own world tour, will also be featured. Jamila Ajibade joins the production after an acclaimed run as a member of the legendary vocal group, The 5th Dimension.

Tickets will be $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and free for Southern Wesleyan University students with a valid ID.

For tickets, call (864) 644-5191 and for details, e-mail Jane Dill at jdill@swu.edu.