Afro-American Music: A Demonstration Recording
Various Artists
Willis James, former chairman of the Music Department at Spelman College, looks at how the complex musical and linguistic practices of west coast African cultures have been translated into the musical practices of African Americans. In this lecture performance, he covers spirituals, work songs, blues and jazz.
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Rose of the West Coast CountryRose Maddox
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Music from the South, Vol. 7: Elder Songsters, 2Various Artists
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Work & Pray OnParamount Singers
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From the ArchivesThe Singing and Praying Bands of Maryland and Delaware | ... -
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