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"The Gospel Train (Get on Board)" is a traditional African-American spiritual first published in 1872 as one of the songs of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. [2] A standard Gospel song, it is found in the hymnals of many Protestant denominations and has been recorded by numerous artists. The first verse, including the chorus is as follows:
In June 1961, Reverend Robert Wesby (c. 1927-1988) of Aurora, Illinois, created "I Woke Up This Morning with My Mind Stayed On Freedom" while spending time in Hinds County, Mississippi’s jail as a Freedom Rider. That autumn, 114 students sang the song at the Burglund High School Walk Out and march to McComb, Mississippi, city hall. [2] [3] [4]
Gospel music is composed and performed for many purposes, including aesthetic pleasure, religious or ceremonial purposes, and as an entertainment product for the marketplace. Gospel music is characterized by dominant vocals and strong use of harmony with Christian lyrics. Gospel music can be traced to the early 17th century. [1]
The reading of the Gospel is the highpoint of the service, and takes place near the end of the festive portion of the service known as the Polyeleos. During the Divine Liturgy the Gospel is usually read by the deacon, but the Matins Gospel is read by the priest. However, if the bishop is present, he will usually be the one who reads the Matins ...
Hallelujah! (gospel song) Hands On (song) Hate On Me; Haven't Seen It Yet; He (song) He Is (Brandy song) He Never Said a Mumblin' Word; He Set Me Free; He Touched Me (song) He's Got the Whole World in His Hands; Hear Me Lord; Heaven (Beyoncé song) Heaven (Emeli Sandé song) Heaven on Earth (Planetshakers song) Hell You Talmbout; Highlights (song)
The Sheltons – The first band to professionally record the song. [4] Their arrangement of the song was recorded on Halo records "Heart Felt Gospel" [5] in the late 60s, has been covered by numerous groups since. 1968 – The Inspirations [6] [7] [8] 1969–79 – The Oak Ridge Boys [9] 1991 The Lesters [10]
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Mr. Dorsey can be seen telling this story in the 1982 gospel music documentary Say Amen, Somebody.) The earliest known recording was made on February 16, 1937, by the "Heavenly Gospel Singers" (Bluebird B6846). [7] "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" was first published in 1938. [8] "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" is published in more than 40 languages ...