“Songs That Introduced Us By,” a live performance introduced by June E. Townes & Gospera, celebrates and preserves the sweetness and legacy of the Negro Non secular, hymns, and folks songs, whereas exemplifying their continued relevance although the years and through present occasions.
From slavery to emancipation, the Negro Non secular served as a vessel of communication, empowerment, and inspiration, and helped a nation of individuals in bondage endure life. Throughout the civil rights motion of the 1960’s, Negro Spirituals, in addition to hymns and folks songs, turned the soundtrack that fueled the motion and has continued to function an integral a part of human rights actions by way of the years.
This can be a 50-minute live performance, adopted by a reception with the musicians. Advised donation for admission is $25.00.
