“This post celebrates the rich cultural heritage of African Americans all events throughout the month are open to all members of the University community".
We’re still celebrating! 🎨✊🏿 Panthers in the Arts! 🖤 Celebrating the remarkable legacy of PVAMU Alumni Charles Brown, a trailblazing musician whose soulful melodies continue to resonate. 🎶🎹 From his humble beginnings in Galveston, Texas, to his rise as a pioneering figure in blues and R&B, Brown’s journey is one of resilience and passion. 🌟 Graduating from Prairie View A&M College in 1942 with a degree in chemistry, Brown’s love for music led him to perform locally while teaching at George Washington Carver High School. 📚✨ His breakout moment came in 1947 with the release of “Merry Christmas Baby,” igniting a career that would span decades. 🎄💫 Brown’s enduring hit, “Please Come Home for Christmas,” solidified his status as a legend, topping charts and capturing hearts with its soulful rendition. 🌟🔔 Despite challenges, hi...
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