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Debora Wondercheck was trying to process scenes of civil unrest in 2021 when she came up with “Gospel Voices of OC,” a production chronicling the lives of African Americans who helped build and shape ...
Shout! Black Gospel Music Moments explores the distinctly African-American sound of the "Golden Age of Gospel" (1945-1975).
Gospel music, a powerful thread in Black culture, continues to shape Black identity and inspire generations. As Black Music Month begins, it’s clear gospel’s influence on faith and music endures.
This post was updated May 22 at 9:43 p.m. Community and tradition inspire the performers of the Old-Time String Band and African American Music Ensemble. Each class of musical performers has ...
Master percussionist Chief Baba Neil Clarke explained that African musical traditions — which included African instruments and aesthetics — significantly shaped American music and led to the ...
An American man was shocked by gospel music being played in South African nightclubs. He expressed his thoughts in a video ...
The exhibit, titled "Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music," traces the roots of gospel, blues, jazz, and soul and their lasting impact on American culture.
To celebrate Black Music Month, FLO, Destin Conrad, GIVĒON, Mickey Guyton and more reflect on why Black music is so important ...
The resilience, faith and purity of African American hymns come to life at the Historic Ward Rooming House with “Precious Lord, Take My Hand.” Presented by the Hampton Art Lovers, ...