In spirit and in truth : the music of African American worship / Melva Wilson Costen.
| Author/creator |
Costen, Melva Wilson, 1933-2023 |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication Info | Louisville : Westminster John Knox Press, ©2004. |
| Description | xvi, 239 pages ; 23 cm |
| Subject(s) |
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| Contents | African foundations of African American liturgical music -- Africans in America -- African American hymnody -- The evolution of gospel music -- Instruments in worship -- Music as a liturgical element in African American worship -- Western roots of theology as reflected in African American music for worship -- Music ministry in theological perspective -- African American music in the twenty-first century. |
| Abstract | This book explores the various genres of music used in African American worship. Moving beyond a conventional socio-political analysis, the author examines African American worship through biblical, historical, theological, and liturgical lenses. Tracing the development of music in African American worship back to its roots in Africa, she surveys its emergence and its use in camp meeting songs, black-metered hymns, anthemized spirituals, Pentecostal music traditions, and contemporary gospel music. Arguing against the music in African American worship being used merely as popular entertainment, she charts a course for its return to the church. The author concludes by offering models and suggestions for helping those who plan worship to listen for the leading of the Holy Spirit and ultimately challenges music and worship leaders to reclaim traditional African American spirituality and its presence in the music experienced in African American worship. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-239). |
| LCCN | 2004050888 |
| ISBN | 066422864X (alk. paper) |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML2911 .C67 2004 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |