Oh
Happy Day
!
From:
Mahalia Jackson
to Tramaine
Hawkins
Aretha Franklin
to Shirley Caesar
These
performances offer a fascinating look into the origins of the Gospel
Music. Rare vintage recordings and modern performances
highlight this song-filled extravaganza.
Originating with Christian black slaves, Gospel music drew from earl
European Methodist and Presbyterian hymns fused with West Africa
Rythm, bringing to life a style of religious music filled high
emotion and a Holy Spirit that sweeps the listener away.This musical
style became a thriving force in the civil right movement, went on
to influence modern pop music, and today, continues to be an
inspiration for all people.
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