2 Cross-Genre Arrangements of J. Rosamond Johnson - James Weldon Johnson - Lift Every Voice and Sing
"Lift Every Voice and Sing", originally a poem by James Weldon Johnson set to music by John Rosamond Johnson, became a seminal African-American civil rights anthem. Its powerful lyrics and spiritual-inspired melody symbolize resilience and hope.
A historic hymn symbolizing African-American resilience, composed in 1905, later adopted by the NAACP as a cultural emblem. It combines a stirring melody with lyrics addressing liberation and hope.
Originally written for a celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday, the hymn evolved into a cornerstone of African American cultural heritage.
"Lift Every Voice and Sing", written in 1900, became a pivotal anthem for the African American civil rights movement. The lyrics poetically address themes of struggle and hope, while the music blends hymnody with classical influences.
"Lift Every Voice and Sing" is a seminal piece of African-American music, often called the Black National Anthem. Written by James Weldon Johnson (lyrics) and his brother J. Rosamund Johnson (music) in 1900, it was originally composed for a celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. The song powerfully expresses the struggles and hopes of the African-American community, becoming a cornerstone of the Civil Rights Movement and enduring as a cultural touchstone.
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