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Dominique Reed

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Recipient Information

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Medium

Traditional Musician

Year of Award

2026

Grant or Fellowship

Emerging Traditional Artists Program

Grant Amount

$5,000

Dominique, known musically as Nikki Morgan, is an artist, performer, and writer whose work draws from gospel, spirituals, and Appalachian roots to tell stories that connect people through music. A dynamic performer and member of the Black Opry Revue, she blends tradition with original songwriting while uplifting the cultural legacy of Black spiritual and gospel music through performance, community work, and education.