Nkeiru Okoye
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cf4-g9mIMnc[/embedyt] Nkeiru Okoye is a classical artist that has composed many classical works. She started composing at the young age of 13. She uses jazz and gospel inspirations to create a special contemporary classical sound. She is a very important woman in african american classical music and has taught at multiples universities.
Shirley Ceasar
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-rmyVB6nRw[/embedyt] Shirley Caesar is a contemporary gospel artist. She began singing in a gospel group called the Caravans in the lat 50’s and early 60’s. After singing with the group she went solo and has released over 40 albums. She has also been a part of 3 gospel musicals. She is not only an […]
