Jazz and Black Boards

JAZZ AND BLACK BOARDS

WHERE MUSIC, LITERATURE

AND EDUCATION INTERCONNECT

Shantel

Shantel is a singer/songwriter/recording artist with over two decades of experience having worked with the incomparable Jean Carne, Dexter Wansel, Instant Funk, Howard Hewitt, and the late Bunny Sigler. Her album, Arize: It’s Time to Shine, recorded at Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff’s Philadelphia International Studios, was released through Universal Records.

Mission

Interconnecting music, literature and education for community upliftment.

Vision

Educational equality for all students and teachers.

Project Vision

The Intersection Between the Veiled and the Masked: A Tribute to Langston Hughes project vision-For every student and non-student alike to commit a poem-from a Harlem Renaissance artist-to memory.

Testimonials

As part of our series “Celebrating the Arts …Unity Through Diversity” and our Black History Month offering, we were fortunate to secure the talents of Shantel Hubert. Her powerful, informative and sometimes humorous presentation of Langston Hughes’ works and legacy was extraordinary. She is a gifted educator and performer.

Chrystal McArthur

Education | Scholarship Chair, NAACP - Metuchen Edison Piscataway Area Branch

The Intersection Between the Veiled and the Masked: A Tribute to Langston Hughes is the rare successful fusion of education and artistry. Taking the stage in both these roles, Shantel Hubert challenges audiences to learn and deeply reflect on the legacy of racism in America through an unmistakable performance of musical joy. While The Intersection Between the Veiled and the Masked crafts a personal and loving exploration of Langston Hughes' work, it also shares the poet's radical celebration of black life and inspired vision for a brighter future. In the best possible impact, Hubert's work motivates students of all ages to tap their toes, sing their songs, and open their minds.

Matt Kalasky

Manager of Public Programs, Michener Art Museum

Our membership was blessed to have Shantel grace us with her spirited performance and historical knowledge — both accompanied by her infectious warmth.

Akia Thorpe

VP, NAACP Metuchen/Edison

I always look forward to a Shantel Hubert recording project:) Shantel is a talented singer whose lyrics are insightful and educational. Her thought provoking vision is delivered within melodic and rhythmic songs allowing for full sensory appreciation. Throughout the entire process you are blessed with Shantel's warm wide smile. An absolute pleasure to work with her on her adventures.

Jim Salamone

Owner/Founder of Cambridge Sound Studios

In a pandemic year, a highlight for our school was a virtual performance with Shantel Hubert and the Michener Museum. As our Junior and Senior students completed a unit on Their Eyes Were Watching God and the Harlem Renaissance, they created artistic representations of contemporary issues of injustice. Just as Ms. Hubert adapted Langston Hughes poems into song, our students shared their own poems, photographs, and paintings as an artistic exchange. In this way, the experience proved how the commemoration of Black History Month cannot be passive; our learning and reflection requires a transformative exchange of ideas.

Ian Doreian

Vice Principal, School Lane Charter School

Shantel is a natural educator and performer. Her engagement with the students went above and beyond our expectations for this virtual field trip. And her passion and love for the Harlem Renaissance was evident throughout the event. I highly recommend this captivating performance!

Rebekah Gruber

Teacher of English, School Lane Charter School

It was such a delight working with Shantel for our special school event! What an awesome experience that celebrated and showcased her talent, knowledge, and vibrant personality! Our students and staff alike truly enjoyed it and learned so much!

Amanda Weicksel

Teacher of English, School Lane Charter School