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Negro Spirituals

Negro Spirituals

SKU: CD8376 Barcode: 3448960216821
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  • Released Date: 14 Sep 2018

  • Genre: Blues

Our Take

In the realm of spirituals, Negro Spirituals: The Concert Tradition 1909-1948 stands as a captivating compilation that showcases the evolution of this beloved musical tradition. From its humble origins to its grand concert performances, this album immerses listeners in the rich history and soulful melodies of Negro spirituals.

Featuring tracks from renowned artists such as Paul Robeson and Marian Anderson, the album effortlessly captures the raw emotion and power of these spirituals. With haunting vocals and stirring arrangements, each track transports listeners to a time and place where music served as a beacon of hope and resilience for African Americans.

The concert tradition of Negro spirituals is expertly showcased in this compilation, with each track highlighting the unique beauty and complexity of these timeless songs. From the jubilant chorus of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" to the heart-wrenching ballad of "Deep River," each track on this album is a masterclass in musical storytelling.

Overall, Negro Spirituals: The Concert Tradition 1909-1948 is a must-listen for any music enthusiast looking to delve into the history of African American music. With its superb performances and heartfelt interpretations, this album is a testament to the enduring power and influence of Negro spirituals in the world of music. So grab your headphones, sit back, and let the sounds of Negro spirituals wash over you in all their glory.

Track Listing

Disc: 2
1. Pickin' On The Harp Wid De Golden Strings
2. There Is a Balm in Gilead
3. Littel David
4. Blow, Gabriel, Blow
5. I've Heard Of A City Called Heaven
6. De Blind Man Stood On the Road and Cried
7. Climbing Jacob's Ladder
8. Hallelujah
9. Let the Church Roll On
10. Live-A-Humble
11. My Way's Cloudy/I'm A Rolling
12. Heaven Song
13. Mary Don't You Weep
14. I'm So Glad Trouble Don't Always Last
15. Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho
16. Search One Angel Down
17. Good News/Standin' In the Need Of Prayer/Religion Is A Fortune
18. Old Ship of Zion


Disc: 1
1. Deep River
2. My Lord, What a Morning
3. a) Lord, I Can't Stay Away;b)Heav'n Heav'n
4. Crucifixion
5. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
6. I Stood On De River Ob Jordan
7. Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray
8. Go Down Moses
9. Lit'l Boy
10. Roun' 'Bout The Mountain
11. a) Hear De Lambs A Cryin';b)Plenty Good Room
12. Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen
13. Steal Away to Jesus
14. a) Go Down, Moses;b) Deep River
15. Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child
16. Witness
17. Were You There?
18. a) De Ole Ark's A-Movering;b) Ezekiel Saw De Wheel

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