John Brown’s Body 2022 Remix

A 21st century version of a 19th century song whose roots are in equality

This 12-minute music video was a community art project launched during the dark days of COVID and recorded toward the end as things began to open up. The music and video footage were further developed into the musical documentary short film His Truth is Marching On.

It was recorded mainly in Torrington, CT, at the Red Room Sound Studio, Sunshine Studio, and Outlet for the Arts. We also recorded at Dayton Sound Studios in Dayton, OH, and On Deck Studio in New Preston, CT.

We want to thank the musicians, engineers, and others who helped make this project a reality.

Musicians, in order of appearance:

Clifton Matias (Kichwa/Taino) (Flute)

Rev Angaza Mwando (djembe)

Enzo (vocals, Chorus Angelicus)

Guy Wolff (banjo)

Barbara McGavern (vocals)

Torrington High School Marching Band

Chorus Angelcus’ Gaudeamus
(bass/tenor quintet)

Charles Bickford (guitar)

Ysanne Marshal (vocals)

Johnny Davis (piano)

Mick Connolly (bass and drums)

Chorus Angelicus (full choir)

Darlene Battle (vocals)

Keith Leak & New Mercies (vocals)

Lucinda Rowe (vocals)

Mick Connolly (vocals, guitar, bass, and drums)

Jacque Williams (vocals, rap)

Peter Pobuda (rap)

Enzo (vocals, Chorus Angelicus)

Partial funding provided by:

The Connecticut Office of the Arts

The National Endowment for the Arts

City of Torrington

Torrington Savings Bank

Toth Insurance Agency

Individual Financial Contributors:

Nora Sullivan

Mary Leblanc

Rachel Harrel

Thompzin Tilley

Jennine Lupo

Daniel Yanok

Anonymous (x8)

Tinsley Morrison

Chris Weydeveld

Annelieke Schauer

Nancy McMillan

Mary Parker

Margaret Capen

Nancy Weitz

Stephanie Barksdale

Daniel Morrison

Thank you, Torrington, where his truth is marching on.