Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha hosted its Annual Fall Concert at the historic Baltimore Basilica, uniting more than 150 singers and musicians for a powerful celebration of sacred music and cultural heritage. The event honored the legacy of the late Dr. Kirk P. Gaddy Sr. and showcased the chapter’s commitment to uplifting future leaders through its Beautillion Scholars Program. (Courtesy photo / Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha)

By Terry Wallace

On Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, the Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity proudly hosted its Annual Fall Concert at America’s First Cathedral—the Baltimore Basilica. The concert, presented in partnership with the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore, under the masterful direction of Dr. Marco K. Merrick, brought together over 150 singers and musicians for a stirring afternoon of sacred anthems, hymns, and spirituals that filled the historic sanctuary with inspiration and purpose.

This year’s theme, “True to Our Native Land,” honored the profound cultural and spiritual heritage embodied in the music and in those who serve our community with distinction. The concert featured extraordinary solo performances and choral works such as “Go Down Moses” and “We Shall Overcome,” offering a deeply moving reflection on faith, resilience and hope.

The Baltimore Basilica resounded with music of faith and resilience as more than 150 singers and musicians from the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore performed during Delta Lambda Chapter’s Annual Fall Concert. (Photo Credit: Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha / Courtesy of Bro. Jacob D Howard)

The evening was made especially memorable by the chapter’s posthumous tribute to Dr. Kirk P. Gaddy Sr., a devoted servant, educator, and stalwart supporter of Delta Lambda and the Community Concert Choir. His legacy of leadership, mentorship, and brotherhood was celebrated before an audience that included his family, friends, and colleagues from across Baltimore’s faith and educational communities.

In keeping with the fraternity’s mission to uplift the next generation, the program also recognized a representative group of Beaus from Delta Lambda’s Beautillion Scholars Program—young men who exemplify scholarship, leadership, and service. Their presence underscored the concert’s dual purpose: to honor our past while investing in our future.

As Delta Lambda marked its 106th Anniversary, the Fall Concert once again demonstrated the chapter’s enduring commitment to cultural excellence, education, and service. Under the leadership of Chair Rev. Timothy McFadden, Co-Chair Dr. Anton C. Bizzell, and Chapter President Minister Ryan Turner, the event not only captivated a standing-room-only audience but also raised critical funds to support Delta Lambda’s Educational Activities Programs, ensuring continued opportunities for Baltimore’s youth.