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The African spirituals differ from traditional American songs due to their origin and the affects such a differents made. It's the difference between Jazz and Classical. The African spiritual, based on the rhythm of tribal song, combined with the freedom of expression were, overall, more happy and yet yearning. The traditional American songs gained origin from Britain's staid belief in restraint from worldliness. Most church songs from colonial times were based on psalms and were first written in the Bay Psalm Book.
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How did African American spiritual develop?
By praying everyday hoping for the day of freedom from bondage. Also by religious folk songs. ~I think~:)
What do you call the slave songs that combined african american rTHYMS with biblical scripture?
They were called "Negro Spirituals".
How did African-American spiritual develop?
By praying everyday hoping for the day of freedom from bondage. Also by religious folk songs. ~I think~:)
What is the definition of spiritual songs?
A spiritual song was created by African-American slaves do help them connect with God, or another spiritual being. It allowed them to express themselves while working and also gave them a rhythm to work to.
What is the historical significance of negro spiritual songs in African American culture?
Negro spiritual songs have a significant historical importance in African American culture as they were created by enslaved Africans in America as a way to express their faith, hope, and resilience in the face of oppression. These songs served as a form of resistance, communication, and solidarity among enslaved individuals, helping to preserve their cultural identity and provide a sense of comfort and strength during difficult times. Today, these spirituals continue to be a powerful symbol of African American heritage and resilience.
What was the spiritual side of the slaves?
They were pressured to be Christians by their masters, but incorporated African elements to their Christianity--for example gospel music. African American Christianity had many elements of what is now called liberation theology as African American Christians worked to free the slaves--many songs used themes from the Biblical Exodus, etc.
What are arhoolies?
Arhoolies are African-American folk songs.
How did the blues originate?
African American work songs.
What was common in many African-American churches?
Using African instruments and songs in their services
What was most common in many African American churches?
Using African instruments and songs in their services.
During the Warsaw ghetto How did Jews fight back?
yes. they did but then, after getting to sick and hungery they couldn't.
Motown songwriters were successful because they had the ability to?
Motown songwriters were successful because they had the ability to write songs for African-American artists that appealed to both African-Americans and white audiences.
