Bishop Dready Manning from "Too Close to Heaven: The History of Gospel Music"

http://www.justmovingon.info/ARTISTS/BishopManning.html
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Snippet from Part. 1 of the Channel 4 series "Too Close to Heaven: The History of Gospel Music". Wish I could buy this on DVD (I have the VHS, recorded from TV but with a Swedish narrator, otherwise I'd share) , but the DVD seems only to be available for broadcasting purposes, with a price of $349.95 for a copy. This is by far the best documentary of the roots of African-American music I've seen.
http://www.jstor.org/pss/852754

"Deeply rooted in African rhythms, the first gospel music, as sung on southern plantations, expressed the collective sorrow of American slaves, and the history of their diaspora. Using narration and thrilling performance footage, these programs trace the 200-year history of gospel music from black churches, to the civil rights movement, to its influence on modern jazz, blues, and rock and roll. Its revolutionary sounds and joyful vocal styles are featured in several live performances by noted singers. Interviews with key figures provide insights into the cultural and artistic importance of this uniquely American art form. (3 parts, 51 minutes each)"
http://ffh.films.com/id/9041/Too_Close_to_Heaven_The_History_of_Gospel_Music.htm

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