Folk Music: An African American Creation
History What is folk music? Folk music as the term or the genre was originated in the 19th century, however this type of music was
February 4, 2019
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Negro Spirituals: Where Your Favorite Gospel Song Originated
Negro Spirituals: Pain Turned To Joy Negro spirituals created in the 18th century is said to be closely related to the enslavement of Africans in
March 7, 2019
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The Soul Stirrers: Jubilee Quartet
Who are the Soul Stirrers ? The Soul Stirrers is a Jubilee Quartet group started in 1926 by the Baritone, Senior Roy Crain. Amongst Crain,
March 8, 2019
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New Age Jazz Genius: Esperanza Spalding
Who is this Jazz Genius? Esperanza Spalding is an American bassist, singer and composer born in Portland, Oregon, USA. At a very young age, she
April 29, 2019
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Black and Blues
Black and Blues History The blues began on Southern manors in the nineteenth Century. Its innovators were slaves, ex-slaves and the relatives of slaves—African-American tenant
May 1, 2019
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