Walking in the Light of Freedom: Celebrating African-American History Through the Spiritural Song

The history and spirit of the enslaved African remain alive in the songs and storytelling that have been passed down through word of mouth for generations. The music of the spiritual song, plantation songs and folklore, children’s songs and games, blues, jazz, gospel and freedom songs is the key to unlocking true understanding of African American culture and the role it has played in the history of America. Walking in the Light of Freedom will serve as a major resource series with its chronological history of songs, speech and rhythmic activities, stories and commentaries that have been designed to appeal to people of all ages. Songs include: Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing, Deep River, Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit, Go Down Moses, He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands, I Got Shoes, This Little Light of Mine, Rock-a My Soul, Swing Low Sweet Chariot and 18 more! For all ages.