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Spirituals , noun plural, are also called (Gospel songs) and associated primarily with American Blacks. they are essentially religious folk songs- such as Let My People Go ( of which there are two distinct versions with different tunes),Nobody Knows the trouble i"ve seen, Ezekiel Saw a Wheel!, etc. They are not noted for theological accuracy and often get things out of kilter- Joshua fit the Battle of Jericho- Fit being an obsolete past participle of the verb ( To Fight). Mahalia Jackson did scores of spirituals and related hymns and gospel songs.l
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoUsually the slaves made them, they sang them during times of hardships and trials as they were constantly criticized and made to work just because they were different.
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Are negro spirituals written using only the black keys on the piano?
Yes. You can find numerous articles online about this.
Wasn't Give Me Jesus written by Jester Hairston who was known for writing Negro spirituals?
Yes! I sang with Jester in 1983 at the Raincross Square In Riverside, CA...In his mass chior...He did write it and should get credit for it, although he is now passed!
Who wrote the song let us break bread together?
This is a American Negro Spiritual. Usually sung during Communion.
Do the canton spirituals have a website?
They have a Myspace page:
What were haunting songs of slave religion?
spirituals
What do you call the slave songs that combined african american rTHYMS with biblical scripture?
They were called "Negro Spirituals".
Where did negro spirituals come from?
africans (slaves)!
Which of these is the best description of Negro spirituals?
Negro spirituals are religious songs that originated among enslaved African Americans in the United States. They blend African musical traditions with Christian hymns and often express themes of hope, liberation, and faith in the face of adversity. These songs played a significant role in maintaining cultural identity and providing emotional support within the African American community.
What is the most famous form of early African-American Music?
gospel music. negro spirituals.
What has the author Alain LeRoy Locke written?
Alain LeRoy Locke has written: 'The negro spirituals'
What has the author William A Fisher written?
William A. Fisher has written: 'Seventy Negro Spirituals, for High Voice'
Are negro spirituals written using only the black keys on the piano?
Yes. You can find numerous articles online about this.
IS it true or false Negro Spirituals were songs written after the end of slavery that celebrate new hope and freedom.?
False
What significance did negro spirituals have on America?
not negro African American well they lead gosbel and singing and much more important stuff for batist churches today ( batist is still Christianity)
What has the author H A Chambers written?
H. A. Chambers has written: 'Treasury of Negro Spirituals' 'Edward Elgar centenary sketches'
Who created negro spirituals?
Black slaves did. Negro spirituals, the religious folk songs of Black American slaves, were among the first songs created in America. Many slaves discovered comfort and joy in the Christian religion of their masters. The slaves created songs about how hard life was on earth but described a better life in heaven.
What has the author Felton Rapley written?
Felton Rapley has written: 'Pastoral improvisation, for organ' -- subject(s): Organ music 'Negro spirituals'
