Discusses the life and accomplishments of the jazz musician, record producer, and composer of movie scores and television themes.
Gathers Negro spirituals, traditional gospel songs, European American hymns, and contemporary gospel songs
The lives and achievements of notable African Americans spring to life in this carefully researched and finely rendered coloring book. Spanning over 150 years of American history, the volume pays tribute to figures in civil rights, music, sports, politics, literature, government, and other areas.Forty-five ready-to-color illustrations depict a group of remarkable people — Dred Scott, a slave who sued for his freedom in 1838; Sojourner Truth, a crusader for women's rights and racial equality; author Toni Morrison; Colin Powell, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; and other notables,... [Read More]
New borderless print measures 8" x 10" (approximate). Our prints are custom made-to-order using a gloss finish on heavy-weight photographic paper. Print is also coated for water-resistance and acid free to prevent yellowing. Includes a protective sleeve to keep your photo looking beautiful for years to come. A Note on Image Quality: The quality of historic images are subject to the wearing of time, the capabilities of the original photographer, and limitations of period technology. History affords us no re-takes; we must content ourselves with what has been left to us. Please note that w... [Read More]
A new edition of the classic text on African American music. Beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the English colonies, Eileen Southern weaves a fascinating narrative of intense musical activity. As singers, players, and composers, black American musicians are fully chronicled in this landmark book. Now in the third edition, the author has brought the entire text up to date and has added a wealth of new material covering the latest developments in gospel, blues, jazz, classical, crossover, Broadway, and rap as they relate to African American music. Over 50 photographs
New borderless print measures 5" x 7" (approximate). Our prints are custom made-to-order using a gloss finish on heavy-weight photographic paper. Print is also coated for water-resistance and acid free to prevent yellowing. **A Note on Image Quality: The quality of historic images are subject to the wearing of time, the capabilities of the original photographer, and limitations of period technology. History affords us no re-takes; we must content ourselves with what has been left to us. Please note that we do not attempt to fix, enhance or disturb the original image in any way, as we feel thes... [Read More]
This collection of art songs and spirituals by contemporary African American composers offers teachers and singers a rich trove of fresh new repertoire. It includes a composer biography as well as information from the composer about their works. Each piece in the anthology is rated for difficulty. There is something for singers at every level.
Some people spend their whole lives looking for the right partner. Nate Schaper found his in high school. In the eight months since their cautious flirting became a real, heart-pounding, tell-the-parents relationship, Nate and Adam have been inseparable. Even when local kids take their homophobia to brutal levels, Nate is undaunted. He and Adam are rock solid. Two parts of a whole. Yin and yang.But when Adam graduates and takes an off-Broadway job in New York--at Nate's insistence--that certainty begins to flicker. Nate's friends can't keep his insecurities at bay, especially when he catches S... [Read More]
In this book, Robert L. Stone follows the sound of steel guitar into the music-driven Pentecostal worship of two related churches: the House of God and the Church of the Living God. A rare outsider who has gained the trust of members and musicians inside the church, Stone uses nearly two decades of research, interviews, and fieldwork to tell the story of a vibrant musical tradition that straddles sacred and secular contexts. Most often identified with country and western bands, steel guitar is almost unheard of in African American churches--except for the House of God and the Church of the Li... [Read More]
The New York Times bestselling memoir from the legendary Gucci Mane spares no detail in this “cautionary tale that ends in triumph” (GQ). For the first time Gucci Mane tells his extraordinary story in his own words. It is “as wild, unpredictable, and fascinating as the man himself” (Complex). The platinum-selling recording artist began writing his remarkable autobiography in a federal maximum security prison. Released in 2016, he emerged radically transformed. He was sober, smiling, focused, and positive—a far cry from the Gucci Mane of years past. A critically acclaimed classic, The... [Read More]
A biography of the renowned gospel singer, who hoped that her art would further the cause of civil rights for African-Americans, presents the story of an ordinary woman whose commitment, talent, and faith won her the love of millions of people all over the world.
This historic image is printed on high quality semi-gloss photo paper measuring 11x17 inches and arrives ready to frame. All products from ClassicPix are made on demand one-at-a-time, just for you -- not mass-produced. To see all of our prints and photos, click on ClassicPix above.About this image...Title: Men Playing Guitars And Singing At The Abraham Lincoln Statute Inside The Lincoln Memorial During The March On Washington, 1963, View 1Leffler, Warren K., Leffler, Warren K.Date: 1963 Aug. 28Subject: African Americans--Civil rights--Washington (D.C.)--1960-1970Subject: Civil rights demonstra... [Read More]
"Among the many books on the history of jazz. . . an implicit division of labor has solidified, whereby black artists play and invent while white writers provide the commentary. . . . Eric Porter's
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