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Last Wednesday, January 13, the University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus had a virtual ceremony to honour Vincentian musical genius Franklyn ‘Frankie’ McIntosh for his outstanding contribution to regional and international development He was among a number of outstanding regional cultural icons to be so honoured and received an honorary doctorate, the Doctor of Letters (DLitt).
It is a recognition of his outstanding talent and brilliance, which shone from his native St Vincent and the Grenadines to illuminate the entire Caribbean and a substantial part of the world as well. He is a product of perhaps the most outstanding musical family from our country, spanning generations of musical McIntoshes who have individually and collectively made their mark as well.
Honorary Doctorate for Frankie McIntosh
Even as an Honorary Doctorate Degree awaited him, Frankie Mc Intosh, (foreground on piano) was busy putting together a video for inclusion in a virtual concert to mark the inauguration of US Vice President Kamala Harris.
By: Gloriah• By the authority vested in me by the Senate and Council of the University of the West Indies, I confer upon you the Degree of Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa of the University of the West Indies.”
These words, spoken by Chancellor of the University of the West Indies, Robert Bermudez, confirmed the award as reference, to pianist extraordinaire, musical composer/arranger/teacher, Vincentian Franklyn Frankie McIntosh, during its 2020 graduation ceremony held virtually on Wednesday, 13th January.