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Celebrating America with Robert Sims

Robert Sims with Orchestra Sizzle Reel
Available Programs
Celebrating America: A Tribute through Song and Spirit
When Robert Sims steps onto the stage, America’s story finds its voice anew. “Celebrating America with Robert Sims” is more than a performance; it is a vibrant journey across the heart of a nation. Sims, renowned for his rich baritone and magnetic stage presence, curates a program that weaves together spirituals, Broadway favorites, patriotic classics, and the best of contemporary classical composers-each selection a thread in the nation’s grand tapestry.
With every note, Sims invites the audience to reflect on the triumphs, struggles, and aspirations that define the American spirit. His interpretations breathe life into the works of celebrated composers as well as the anonymous creators of age-old melodies, reminding us that America’s legacy is shaped by many voices.
Through his artistry, Sims transcends boundaries of genre and generation, uniting listeners in a shared experience of hope and belonging. Whether performing “America the Beautiful,” a stirring gospel hymn, or a quietly powerful ballad, he kindles a sense of unity and pride.
“Celebrating America with Robert Sims” is a tribute not just to a nation, but to its people—diverse in heritage yet bound together by music and the enduring dream of liberty. In Sims’ hands, America’s song continues to soar.
This show can be performed with a pianist or an orchestra.
You’ll Love the Yuletide!
Robert Sims brings you a Holiday Performance to Remember
Renowned baritone Robert Sims brings warmth and elegance to the holiday season by blending traditional carols, spirituals, and festive classics. Sims captivates audiences with his rich, expressive voice and heartfelt interpretations. Each performance is marked by his engaging stage presence and deep connection to the music, transporting listeners into a world of yuletide joy and reflection. Performing with piano accompaniment, Sims’s artistry shines, making every song a memorable experience. His Christmas show is more than a concert—it’s a joyous celebration of community, tradition, and the magic that defines the spirit of the holidays.
This show can be performed with a pianist or an orchestra.
Majesty of the Spiritual
Curated by baritone Robert Sims, Majesty of the Spiritual features 12 award-winning singers from the great opera houses of the world. In addition to the performance of moving spirituals, the show also includes works by living African American composers complete with a film component highlighting each composer. “Majesty of the Spiritual” reveals the Spiritual as a continually evolving art form, as deeply rooted in the present as it is in the past. “Majesty of the Spiritual” is a testimony in music to the indomitable will that navigated an impossibly tragic, unforgettable past, and a vivid demonstration of musical lineage and poetic tradition, dynamic and powerfully alive today.
awards & nominations
Awards
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Gold Medal, American Traditions Vocal Competition (1st Place, 1999)
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Winner, Friedrich Schorr Opera Award (Opera Award)
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Living Heritage Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award (recipient)
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Friends of Negro Spirituals Heritage Keeper’s Award (recipient)





