The Urban Nation H.I.P H.O.P Choir

The Urban Nation H.I.P H.O.P Choir Urban Nation H.I.P.-H.O.P. Choir (Hope, Integrity, Power – Helping Our People)
Founded by Dr. Sheila Johnson Newman & Dr. Rickey Payton, Sr. in D.C.

Choir (Hope, Integrity, Power – Helping Our People) is more than a choir, it’s a movement. Founded in Washington, DC by Dr. Sheila Johnson Newman and renowned musician Dr. Rickey Payton, Sr., the choir provides students ages 13–18 with a safe, structured, and creative space to explore their talents, discover their voices, and grow into leaders. Through dynamic performances and workshops, students

gain confidence, discipline, and a deeper appreciation for their cultural heritage. Our choir performs a wide variety of music from gospel and jazz to inspirational, folk, classical, and contemporary; instilling both excellence and joy in every student. Each participant is expected to maintain strong academics (2.5 GPA or higher) while engaging in motivational workshops, seminars, and community service projects that build character, responsibility, and pride. Urban Nation has been featured on national stages and media outlets, with highlights including performances at the White House, Disney World, and the National Christmas Tree Lighting, as well as collaborations with legends such as Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Celine Dion, Yolanda Adams, and Maya Angelou. At our core, we believe in helping young people channel their creative energy into something powerful. Equipping them with life skills that go far beyond music.

📍 Rehearsals: Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 pm | Joe’s Movement Emporium (Mt. Rainier, MD)
📧 [email protected] | ☎️ 301-565-2787

👉 Now welcoming new students! Sign-up to Audition TODAY!

09/04/2025

Audition TODAY!

Urban Nation H.I.P-H.O.P. Choir Auditions! ( Hope, Integrity, Power – Helping Our People )📅 Thursday, Sept 4, 2025📍 Joe’...
08/31/2025

Urban Nation H.I.P-H.O.P. Choir Auditions!
( Hope, Integrity, Power – Helping Our People )

📅 Thursday, Sept 4, 2025
📍 Joe’s Movement Emporium

Be part of something meaningful, exciting, and inspiring! Urban Nation has been featured on BET, NBC, The Washington Post & even at The White House. 🌟 Our mission: using music to inspire, empower & unite.

🔗 Register here: [Audition Registration Form]
https://forms.gle/Fv9Z1wWTQpqPLvMB6
🌐 Learn more: www.urbannationchoir.org
📧 Questions: [email protected]

04/19/2014

Announcing Urban Nation & Silver Spring Community Day, Sunday May 4th, 2014 from 1:00pm- 6:00pm outside on the parking lot. Come and help us celebrate! Fish Fry, Bake Sale. Free Music & Dance Classes. Moon Bounce & Featuring The Urban Nation H.I.P H.O.P Choir ! Also, we will be signing students up for Musical Theatre & Hip-Hop Summer Camp (Ages 3-16). All are Welcome to come! Its a Family Affair & Hope to see you there. please spread the word. Dr. Rickey Payton, Sr. — All happening at The Urban Nation Academy for the Performing Arts (UNAPA), 8113 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910 .

03/26/2013

Urban Nation HIP HOP Choir were "shining stars" at the Cherry Blossom festival opening 2013

-Pop-star Andy Grammer graciously agreed to pose with the choir
03/24/2013

-Pop-star Andy Grammer graciously agreed to pose with the choir

12/05/2012

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Urban Nation Inc. , 4200 Wisconsin Avenue NW Suite 106/255
Washington D.C., DC
20016

Telephone

+13015652787

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