“From Spirituals to Sunday Praise: The Birth of Gospel Music”

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🎶 Origin of Gospel Music (Short Summary)
Gospel music originated in the early 17th to 20th century in the African American church community of the southern United States. Its roots are deeply connected to:

Spirituals and slave songs (like "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot")

Blues and hymns — blending emotional expression with biblical themes

Call-and-response singing, clapping, and foot-stomping from African traditions

It became more structured and widespread through pioneers like:

Thomas A. Dorsey (the "Father of Gospel Music")

Mahalia Jackson (iconic gospel vocalist)

Later evolved into modern forms with artists like Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, and Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Gospel music served as both worship and a means of survival, hope, and community power for Black Americans — and today it continues to inspire across all cultures and generations.