num_pages: 48
description: A collection of traditional and contemporary songs follows the historical journey of African Americans and includes such pieces as "Kumbaya," "Follow the Drinking Gourd," and "Freedom's Coming and It Won't Be Long."
language: English
title: How Sweet the Sound: African-American Songs for Children
titlecomplete: How Sweet the Sound: African-American Songs for Children
genres: Music, Childrens, Picture Books, Poetry
ratings_count: 20
publisher: Scholastic