The Coming of "Deep River"

"Deep River" is one of the best known and best loved spirituals of all time. However, it did not become well known until the second decade of the 20th century.

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Published in:American music (Champaign, Ill.) Ill.), 1997-12, Vol.15 (4), p.493-534
Main Author: Shirley, Wayne D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
African Americans
Choirs
Folksongs
History
Johnson, James Weldon (1871-1938)
Melody
Musical keys
Musicology
Pianos
Religious music
Singers
Singing
Spirituals
Spirituals (Songs)
Vocal music
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Summary:"Deep River" is one of the best known and best loved spirituals of all time. However, it did not become well known until the second decade of the 20th century.
ISSN:0734-4392
1945-2349
DOI:10.2307/3052384