“The origins of gospel music lie in the transatlantic slave trade, as African musical traditions blended with new forms born out ... which nurtured Black women talents including Sally Martin ...

Born in New Orleans in 1911 ... solidifying her position in the gospel music industry. The legacy of black female gospel singers is a testament to their amazing talent, determined faith, and ...

Journalist Cheryl Wills' new book “Isn’t Her Grace Amazing!" details the untold stories of Black women gospel singers overlooked by the history books. When you think of rock ‘n’ roll ...

NEW ORLEANS ... even go to a music class,” said Emeka Dibia, the choir director McDonogh 35, the first public high school established for Black students in New Orleans. Gospel has been ...

Student Gospel ... Music education suffered in New Orleans in the 1990s due to funding cuts, said Matthew Sakakeeny, a professor of music at Tulane University. Up until then, majority Black ...