Balm in Gilead/Traditional Negro Spiritual - Yolanda Rhodes

Yolanda Rhodes sings 'Balm In Gilead', a traditional Negro Spiritual that is typically performed as an American classical art song. She and her ensemble infused this spiritual with a unique West Indian style.

Soprano: Yolanda Rhodes,
Drummer/Percussionist:
Bass player:,Bob Gardner
Pianist, Steve Jones

For Bookings: http://www.yolandarhodes.com

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[Denzil2k9]

Beautiful singing, but we dont need the word "negro" it adds nothing. It is a spiritual.

[MarJupVen]

@Denzil2k9 Thank you very kindly for your comments. I know you

have an appreciation for good music. Unfortunately, "Traditional Negro Spirituals" began when the United States implemented the institution of slavery. Our country "enslaved" human beings and out of this inhumane act, beautiful music was born. It's important that people learn where and how this music came to be. Without it, we would have no blues, jazz, gospel, rock n' roll, rap, hip-hop or pop music.

[amuse4god]

I've never heard it this way. I love it. Makes me wanna get up and clap my hands, chile.

[MarJupVen]

@amuse4god I so appreciate your comment. The musicians and I decided to take this lovely Negro Spiritual and create a different arrangement.

Kindly yours, Yolanda (MarJupVen)

[ktasd11]

Very nicely done!

[MarJupVen]

@ktasd11 Greetings, I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. Your lovely comment slipped by me.

Thank you,

Yolanda (MarJupVen)

[MarJupVen]

Hi pinkdogwood, Yes, it was more of a concert style. I really appreciate your feedback.

Yolanda (MarJupVen)

[pinkdogwood757]

concert style of spiritual.  very nicely done.

[MarJupVen]

Hi MamaBear2008,

I just love it -- you reading Gilead and then ending up here.

Thank you for your thoughtful comments.

Yolanda (MarJupVen)

[MarJupVen]

Greetings My Dear West Indies Brother,

I send you a many humble thanks for your kind comments and for your subscription, too.

Yolanda (MarJupVen)