An Illustrated History of Gospel
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| Rating | : | 4.97 (969 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0745953395 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
a definitive guide to 150 years of gospel music.”Vicksburg Post
Also featuring original interviews conducted by the author with many legendary figures of gospel and illustrated with gorgeous full-color photographs throughout, this authoritative guide to gospel music covers slavery and spirituals; the 1920s and Thomas Dorsey; the Golden age from 1945 to the 1960s and Mahalia Jackson; the 80s and Aretha Franklin; as well as the urban gospel of today—including dance, hip hop, R&B, and more.. In this compelling and lively study, the story of gospel is told against the backdrop of over a century and a half of social and economic changes taking place in America. Its history is traced from its earliest expressions on the plantations of the south to initial influences in churches, its movement into the mainstream of popular music, and on
This beautiful book is a treat to read and enjoy visually "An Illustrated History of Gospel: Gospel Music From Early Spirituals to Modern Gospel" is a tour de force of photojournalism documentaries on the history, development and powerful influences of the genre labeled gospel. Steve Turner knows his subject well, indeed his love of gospel is clear and underlying every chapter, sentence and verse of "An Illustrated History of Gospel." Beginning as an expression of spirituality and Christianity among African American slaves, gospel continued to evolve through social and economic changes including segregation, and finally gospel became a ma. "Hits all the high points!" according to Mark S. Crawford. "An Illustrated History of Gospel" is an easy, yet informative read about the history of Gospel music. As someone who is not familiar with the Black Gospel genre, I found the selected inclusion of artists, changes in musical style, theology, interviews, and political context very insightful. Most appreciated were the many pictures of the artists. This book is well assembled and will be an enjoyable read for those wanting to learn about this genre, as well as those who already know the history. Definitely recommend!. "History for Those In Need of Great Musicical History." according to Bettye Sullivan. I have truly enjoyed this book. I've shared it with my friends, and they are purchasing this also. There is some much vital information for my generation. I have enjoyed it so much, words can not express how happy I am to have this in my collection. This is a must have history of Gospel music.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!