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“Musicians at St. David AME Zion Church” by Michael Butler, featuring Certain Moves. COURTESY SHAMF

“Musicians at St. David AME Zion Church” by Michael Butler, featuring Certain Moves. COURTESY SHAMF

authorStaff Writer on Sep 19, 2023

“Musicians at St. David AME Zion Church” (featuring Certain Moves) is a new painting by Sag Harbor resident Michael Butler that serves as the cover art and poster for the 2023 Sag Harbor American Music Festival. It will be displayed at Romany Kramoris Gallery, 41 Main Street, leading up to the festival.

The original artwork will be raffled off with all proceeds going to benefit Eastville Community Historical Society, who are the trustees of the church. The winner will be announced after the last concert of the festival on Sunday, October 1. Printed posters will be available for sale at the festival merchandise table.

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