My Soul Is a Witness: The Message of the Spirituals in Word And Song

Marsha Hansen

ISBN 10: 0806652853 / ISBN 13: 9780806652856

Published by Augsburg Fortress Pub, 2006

hardback/cd edition. 127 pages. 9.00x7.00x0.62 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0806652853

Synopsis:

For many years, singer/writer Marsha Hansen has helped concert audiences hear and see the rich legacy of the African-American sacred music known as spirituals. Collaborating with her brother-in-law, world renowned guitarist Keith Richards, and joined by veteran musicians, Babi Floyd, Blondie Chaplin, George Receli, and other stellar performers, Marsha and her daughter Jordan interpret hauntingly familiar songs in unexpected ways. Each artist on the CD lends a distinctive note, resulting in a chorus that truly reflects the history, the people, and the circumstances from which these powerful songs arose. My Soul Is a Witness explores the deep messages of faith sung about in African-American sacred folk music. Each chapter of the book explores both song texts and related biblical texts, leading to opportunities for personal and devotional reflection. Presented in a beautiful gift book format, the book includes the 14-song live recording of vocalist Marsha Hansen, accompanied by Keith Richards, Babi Floyd, Blondie Chaplin, George Receli, and others.

About the Author: Marsha Hensen is a freelance writer and singer who was a special assistant to rock guitarist Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones. As an African American she was raised singing these spirituals and has been active in sharing their story and interpreting their power for the Christian life.

Bibliographic Details

Title: My Soul Is a Witness: The Message of the ...
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Pub
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Brand New