African American Spirituals As A National Treasure
I was recently asked the question: “What does the song “Wade in the Water” mean in its entirety?” This is a question I have been asked many times and am always happy to answer. In fact, I’ve dedicated a entire … Read More
#HistoryMatters. The Fisk Jubilee Singers changed the face of the Negro spirituals forever. Their journey as a singing group was not an easy one and sometimes they were met by angry hostile crowds instead of the welcoming committee. This is … Read More
Sometimes I find myself getting discouraged by the lack of interest and responsibility we have to preserve our albeit imperfect yet extraordinary national cultural heritage & music. I have asked myself this question a million times: What can I do or … Read More