(LEX 18) — An internationally recognized, award-winning composer is returning to his roots this weekend to celebrate Lexington's 250th anniversary with a specially commissioned orchestral piece.

Shawn Okpebholo , who grew up in Lexington, will see his work "A Mighty Long Way" performed by the Lexington Philharmonic at the Singletary Center on Sunday in a free concert celebrating the city's milestone anniversary.

"My journey took me, it's literally taken me all over the world," Okpebholo said.

But this weekend, he's back in the Bluegrass where his musical career began.

"My music education came through the Salvation Army Church and the Lexington public school system," Okpebholo said.

Okpebholo was excited to share his perspective of the place where he grew up.

"Lexington is such a bea

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