Gospel music
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Use for: Gospel music -- United States
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Oral history interview with Hale Smith, 1999 June, 2003
Item
Identifier: M450.05.00007
Abstract
Hale Smith recounts his early experiences with music beginning with piano lessons at the age of 7, and recognizing his desire to create his own music. He discusses his approach to composing, and his belief that there is no single formula for composing. He describes spirituals as folk songs initially composed by individuals, but transformed over time to be the true voice of a people performing them. He contrasts the musical genre of gospels that he believes are most effectively performed and...
Dates:
1999 June; Issued: 2003