The historical significance of Black popular music in American culture is powerful. Even former President Jimmy Carter ...
Describing the African-American influence on American music in all of its glory an d variety is an intimidating—if not impossible—task. African American influences are so fundamental to American music ...
Tazewell Thompson's "Jubilee," about Fisk University's Jubilee Singers, has its world premiere at Seattle Opera.
R&B was traditionally dominated by African-American singers. The decision led to years of continuing shock as new fans discovered the singer was white. But new fans still kept coming for Caldwell ...
After the Civil War, the songs served to educate and connect Americans with their African American neighbors and their own heritage. Advertising The Fisk students were all too aware of the music ...