jubilee quartets
By Kendall Heath
By Kendall Heath
jubilee
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GOSPEL
The first Jubilee Quartet began at Fisk University by four students who were formerly enslaved.
Quartets used a call and response technique. They consisted of a wide variety of vocal ranges including first and second tenor, baritone, and bass. They strategically used harmonies. Jubilee Quartets led the transition for black people’s entrance to the entertainment industry.
Cats and the Fiddle 1940
Cats and the Fiddle 1940
The group formed in downtown Chicago in 1937. Members were Jimmy Henderson, Ernie Price, Chuck Barksdale, and Austin Powell. Some of their most famous songs include: Killin’ Jive, Stomp, Stomp, and Gang Busters.
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Sensational Nightingales 1942
Sensational Nightingales 1942
The Sensational Nightingales were a quartet that has many famous songs including At the Meeting and Live So God Can Use You.
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Fisk Jubilee Singers
1871
Fisk Jubilee Singers 1871
Fisk Jubilee Singers was an a cappella group formed at Fisk University in 1871. Initially, they sang traditional spirituals.
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Norfolk Jubilee Quartet 1919
Norfolk Jubilee Quartet 1919
The Norfolk Jubilee Quartet formed in 1919 in the state of Virginia. They practiced at home in their manager Delroy Hollins’ living room.
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Five Blind Boys 1939
Five Blind Boys 1939
Five Blind Boys formed in 1936 in Mississippi. They have many popular songs including Sending Up My Timber and Leave You in the Hands of The Lord.
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The Golden Gate Quartet
1931
The Golden Gate Quartet 1931
The Golden Gate Quartet was a group created in 1931. Two of their most popular songs are Joshua Fit The Battle Of Jericho and Shadrack.
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The Dixie Hummingbirds 1928
The Dixie Hummingbirds 1928
The Dixie Hummingbirds were a gospel group that originated in Greenville, South Carolina. One of their most notable songs was Loves Me Like a Rock.
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The Mills Brothers 1928
The Mills Brothers 1928
The Mills Brothers, otherwise known as The Four Kings of Harmony swept the nation whit their noteworthy songs.
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