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The Roots of Gospel Music

Explore the early roots of Gospel music.

Aired 05/06/2022 | Rating NR

Chicago Stories

The Roots of Gospel Music

Clip: 5/6/2022 | 7m 36sVideo has Closed Captions

Explore the early roots of Gospel music.

The technical and spiritual components of gospel music can be traced back to the transatlantic slave trade.nd spiritual components of gospel music can be traced back to the transatlantic slave trade.

Aired 05/06/2022 | Rating NR

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Leadership support for CHICAGO STORIES is provided by The Negaunee Foundation. Major support for CHICAGO STORIES is provided by the Elizabeth Morse Genius Charitable Trust, TAWANI Foundation on behalf of...

Mahalia Jackson and the Civil Rights Movement

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Clip: 5/6/2022 | 4m 30s | Mahalia Jackson lends her voice to the civil rights movement. (4m 30s)

Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble: "Amazing Grace"

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Clip: 5/6/2022 | 2m 34s | The Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble performs "Amazing Grace." (2m 34s)

Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble: "I'm A Soldier"

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Clip: 5/6/2022 | 4m 14s | The Trinity United Church of Christ performs "I'm A Soldier in the Army of the Lord." (4m 14s)

Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble: “Ise Oluwa”

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Clip: 5/6/2022 | 1m 38s | The Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble performs “Ise Oluwa.” (1m 38s)

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Leadership support for CHICAGO STORIES is provided by The Negaunee Foundation. Major support for CHICAGO STORIES is provided by the Elizabeth Morse Genius Charitable Trust, TAWANI Foundation on behalf of...

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