A collection of African-American gospel music presents biographies of composers, lyrics, and music to some of the most popular hymns and a history of each piece, as well as a description of its role in the church. Reprint.

A history of more than two hundred years of gospel hymns, psalms, songs of unity, and spiritual ballads, features lyrics and music for 101 songs, including 'Amazing Grace,' 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,' and other beautiful melodies that are a part of the African-American tradition. 50,000 first printing. (view table of contents)