Tell them we are singing for Jesus
Subtitle: the original Fisk Jubilee Singers and Christian reconstruction, 1871-1878
By: Toni P. Anderson.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Mercer University Press
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Macon, Ga
Language: eng
Number of pages: 299
ISBN-13: 9780881461121
Subjects: Jubilee Singers -- History -- 19th century; American Missionary Association -- History -- 19th century; Choirs (Music) -- United States -- History -- 19th century; African American singers
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The roots of reconstruction : the American Missionary Association and Fisk University; title: The birth of the Jubilee Singers : vision, mission, and divine blessing; title: "Doing the work of the master" : developing a campaign strategy for Christian missions; title: Broadening the campaign goals : Africa, affinity groups, and revival services; title: Artistry and refinement : gaining public acclaim; title: "The scar of the dark ages" : social standing in America and Europe; title: "Infinite troubles" : practical application of American Missionary Association ideals; title: The fruit of Christian reconstruction : leaders of the race.