Leontyne Price, the pioneering African-American soprano, delivers a profound and soul-stirring collection of spirituals in her 1997 album "Leontyne Price Sings Spirituals." This album, a compilation of her earlier works, showcases her extraordinary vocal range and emotional depth, making it a timeless piece of classical music history. With a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, the album features 23 powerful tracks, including beloved spirituals like "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," "Were You There," and "Deep River." Accompanied by the Rust College Choir and conducted by Lassaye Van Buren Holmes, Price's performance is both intimate and grand, capturing the essence of these traditional African-American spirituals. Her renditions are not just performances but a testament to her artistry and the rich cultural heritage of these songs. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a fan of spirituals, this album offers a moving and unforgettable listening experience.
(P) 1997 BMG Music
Tracks
Ev'ry Time I Feel The SpiritHarry Burleigh, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Let Us Break Bread Together On Our KneesWilliam Lawrence, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
His Name So SweetHall Johnson, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
'Roun' About De MountainRoland Hayes, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Swing Low, Sweet ChariotTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Sit Down, ServantTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Were You ThereTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
He's Got the Whole World in His HandsTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Deep RiverTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Honor! Honor!Hall Johnson, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
My Soul's Been Anchored in de LordFlorence Beatrice Price, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
On Ma JourneyEdward H. Boatner, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
A City Called HeavenTraditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
Ride On, King JesusHall Johnson, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be FreeBilly Taylor, Leontyne Price
Sinner, Please Don't Let This Harvest PassTraditional, Leontyne Price
Sweet Little Jesus BoyRobert MacGimsey, Leontyne Price
There Is a Balm in GileadTraditional, Leontyne Price
Let Us Cheer the Weary TravelerHarry Burleigh, Leontyne Price
Ev'ry Time I Feel the SpiritTraditional, Leontyne Price
My Way Is CloudyTraditional, Leontyne Price
Nobody Knows the Trouble I've SeenTraditional, Leontyne Price
I Couldn't Hear Nobody PrayTraditional, Leontyne Price
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