She Who Makes Her Meaning Clear
Invoking the spirit of black poet, mother, activist Audre Lorde.
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This setting of a quote by Audre Lorde was commissioned by MUSE: Cincinnati's Women's Choir to commemorate the choir's 25th anniversary season. Toward the end of her life, Lorde took the name "Gamba Adisa," in an African naming ceremony; it means "Warrior: She who makes her meaning clear. "
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She Who Makes Her Meaning Clear
quote by Audre Lorde (1934-1992)
Gamba Adisa!
When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision
then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.
Gamba Adisa!