Make a Joyful Noise: A Brief History of Gospel Music in America

by Kathryn B. Kemp

Overview

Gospel as a distinct musical genre has a long, rich history that pre-dates our enslaved ancestors' arrival on these shores. Songs, composed by Negro slaves, became the origin of American folk music and the e=genesis of all American musical genres that followed. The influence of Thomas A. Dorsey and James Cleveland on the development and growth of gospel music is documented. The significance of gospel music for salvation as well as the dilemma of gospel in this contemporary society are discussed. The book ends with interviews from people in gospel music ministry.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940014539241
Publisher:	Joyful Noise Press
Publication date:	04/19/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	246
File size:	930 KB

About the Author

Kathryn B. Kemp, Ed.D is a native of Chicago, IL and a proud product of the Chicago Public Schools. She is now retired from careers as an educator, administrator, and music director. She is a licensed minister whose only desire is to do the work of God's grace and healing power in her journey to restore health.