Black hymnody : a hymnological history of the African-American church / Jon Michael Spencer.
| Author/creator | Jongintaba, Yahya, 1957- |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication Info | Knoxville : University of Tennessee Press, ©1992. |
| Description | xiii, 242 pages ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Black Methodists and Baptists. The African Methodist and Episcopal church ; The African Methodist Episcopal Zion church ; The Christian Methodist Episcopal church ; The United Methodist church ; The National Baptists -- Black holiness and Pentecostals. The Church of Christ (holiness), USA ; The House of God church ; The Church of God in Christ -- Black Episcopalians and Catholics. The Episcopal church ; The Roman Catholic Church. |
| Abstract | This book provides a comprehensive history of African-American hymnody across various denominations. It highlights the significant contributions of black gospel songwriters, particularly since the 1920s. Integration of spirituals into hymnals began only after the civil rights movement of the 1950s. Hymnals from the United Methodist, Episcopalian, and Roman Catholic churches showcase African-American religious self-awareness. The author advocates that future hymnody should aim to promote racial unity and enhance black identity. |
| Local note | Little-309360--305131024985+ |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 224-227) and indexes. |
| LCCN | 91031896 |
| ISBN | 0870497456 (cloth : alk. paper) : |
| ISBN | 9780870497452 (cloth ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 087049760X (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9780870497605 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk | BV313 .S64 1992 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |