Synopsis

In a compelling account of the 1870s, the Jubilee Singers, a vocal ensemble of former slaves, disseminated the rich tradition of African-American music, bringing songs like "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" and "This Little Light of Mine" to a wider audience. Dion Graham chronicles their journey, tracing their tour across the United States and Europe. The group faced prejudice and internal conflict, yet through their performances, they rescued Fisk University in Nashville from financial ruin. More sign