The History of Southern Gospel Music


60m 1998

Brief Synopsis

Documentary explores the history of Southern Gospel music. Part 1 traces the music's history from the influence of the Great Revival in the early 19th century to the expansion of the Sacred Harp system into the seven-shape note system after the Civil War. Part 2 documents the passage of Southern Gos

Film Details

Also Known As
History of Southern Gospel Music
Genre
Documentary
Music
Release Date
1998

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Documentary explores the history of Southern Gospel music. Part 1 traces the music's history from the influence of the Great Revival in the early 19th century to the expansion of the Sacred Harp system into the seven-shape note system after the Civil War. Part 2 documents the passage of Southern Gospel into the era of television and rock'n'roll to the present day. Features footage of performances by gospel music heroes from the past and present.

Film Details

Also Known As
History of Southern Gospel Music
Genre
Documentary
Music
Release Date
1998

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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