Guardians of Sound’s Hip Hop Orchestra’s creative ensemble of young people are instrumentalists, vocalists and MCs. Join us for an open air rhapsody that combines acoustic instrumentation and vocals with contemporary music making methods producing an orchestra of hip hop sounds.

At 3 p.m. we welcome The Bill Henry Band to the Inside Out Stage for an encore performance of their beloved R&B sound.

Schedule

• Guardians of Sound’s Hip Hop Orchestra: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Bill Henry Band: 3–4 p.m.

About Guardians of Sounds Hip Hop Orchestra

Guardians of Sound’s Hip Hop Orchestra is comprised of professional, pre-professional and youth musicians. Led by veteran guitarist and educator Michael Chapman, Guardians of Sound’s performances showcase hip-hop as a live, instrument-based genre. We present original conscious lyrics hip hop with heavy acoustic instrumentation.

About The Bill Henry Band

The Bill Henry Band, formed in 2016, is one of Pittsburgh’s preeminent R&B acts. BHB regularly sells out performances, with a loyal fan base that eagerly attends their regular outings at Rivers Casino and Savoy, and follows the band to any other venues.

BHB’s stylings effortlessly segway through R&B, soul, funk and hip hop. The band’s performances are well-rehearsed and of high quality—perfect for your standalone or opening act requirements.

The Bill Henry Band has opened for R&B acts such as Boney James, Tom Browne, Avant, Case, Bobby Valentino, Lakeside, and ZAPP.