ARISE Ensemble

For many years, June Faucette-Huff has faithfully served as the pianist for ARISE, blessing us with her incredible talent and helping bring our music and ministry to life. Now, she is facing a difficult season and needs our support as she works to get back on her feet.

June has poured so much into this community. This is an opportunity for us to pour back into her with love, prayers, and support.

If you are able, please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser. Every contribution—no matter the size—helps make a difference.

❤️ Let’s rally around June the way she has always shown up for us. Donate here

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Thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday as we celebrated Black History Month with the Holy Savior Catholic Academy Youth Choir! Ministering through song is one of the best ways to spread the GOOD NEWS!

We're excited to see and hear from our President Gerald Norwood as he sits down with Larry Hatteburg to talk about Black History in Kansas.

It's always a blessing to serve our community through song. The photo below shows our travel to Paris, France, last year, for Black History Month.

Please click on the link to see how were shared our voices with the students at Spaght Science and Communications Magnet Elementary School this morning.

Wichita’s ARISE ensemble brings African American spirituals to Spaght Elementary One performer says the music helps children connect with a history of strength and resilience by bringing it to life.

JOIN US THIS SUNDAY!

Newstalk A.R.I.S.E. Concert Sheila Kinnard and Dr. Delia Shropshire share about the 4th Annual Black History Month Concert on Sunday, February 22.

This Black History Month, the ARISE Ensemble is proud to present our 4th Annual Youth Extravaganza project with the Holy Savior Youth Choir.

Together, we celebrate history, heritage, and the next generation through the spirit of unity and the power of music.

📅 Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM
📍 Holy Savior Catholic Academy Gymnasium
🎟 Tickets available at the door

We will gather Monday morning to remember the dream of Dr. King, honor community members who embody his legacy, recognize students for their educational endeavors and sing the songs of our ancestors. We hope to see you there!

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! The ARISE Ensemble is hosting its 10th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Heroes and Sheroes Scholarship Breakfast on Monday, January 19, at 7:30 a.m. at the Wichita State University - Rhatigan Student Center on the 3rd floor in the Beggs Ballroom. Tickets are $40 and available by calling 316-258-2749.

Newstalk A.R.I.S.E. Gerald Norwood shares about A.R.I.S.E., or African Americans Renewing Interest in Spiritual Ensemble, and an upcoming Heroes Breakfast on January 19.

From school board member to community leader to a musician with a purpose, our founder Josephine Brown was a woman of many talents. She will be deeply missed.

Wichita remembers Josephine “Jo” Brown, trailblazing school board member and community lead Click here to view this video from KAKE.com.

Merry Christmas! Thank you for all of your support this year! We hope that you continue to join us as we strive to educate through our musical gifts.

✨ Thank You, Wichita! ✨

ARISE is grateful for everyone who came out to experience the Holiday Extravaganza at Century II! Your energy, smiles, and support made the night unforgettable.

A special thank-you to Music Theatre Wichita for inviting our members to participate for the second year in a row. We’re honored to share the stage and help bring holiday joy to our community.

❤️🎶 Until next year—happy holidays!

https://www.ariseensemble.org/

Director/Choreographer- Brian J. Marcum
Music Director- Chuck Koslowske
Scenic Designer- Jordan Slusher
Lighting Designer- Benjamin Juhnke
Costume Designer- Jacob Locke
Sound Designer- Ryan Morrow
Photographer- Either Jerry Fritchman

There's still time to catch our FINAL performance in this year's HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA with Music Theatre Wichita! Join us TONIGHT at 7 p.m. at Century II as we help usher in the holiday season! Tickets and details >>>

MTWichita Holiday Extravaganza - Music Theatre Wichita Make this your new Wichita holiday tradition. A live celebration featuring festive songs, crafted right here at home, building the kind of memories your family talks about every holiday season.