A Band of Angels: A Story Inspired by the Jubilee Singers
by By Colon, Raul (ILT) and Hopkinson, Deborah
Category: Juvenile Fiction , Performing Arts , General

Having been freed from slavery, Ella joins one of the few schools for black children, but when the school is nearly forced to close due to lack of funds, Ella uses her beautiful voice and the power of spiritual slave songs to raise money and save her cherished institution.