The gospel sound
Anthony Heilbut
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The gospel sound
Published
2004
Publisher
Leonard Corporation, Hal
Pages
404
ISBN-13
9781617800580
Description
Anthony Heilbut's book, originally published in 1971, updated in 1975, and revised in 1985, is a sophisticated study of gospel music and the Afro-Protestant folk church that produced it. Heilbut combines history of black gospel songs with biography of the singers; analyzes theological and sociocultural differences among Baptist, Pentecostal, and Holiness churches; looks at the distinctions between black sacred and secular life and music; shows the enormous impact of gospel on popular music; and criticizes the gospel singers who have sold out to commercialism. Despite commercialization and acculturation, the black folk church continues to produce songs and singers that carry the authentic culture of their people. Yet it is often ignored even by students of popular culture, let alone the more established academic disciplines. The Gospel Sound is a serious historical and intellectual study of this tradition -- past and present. - The Black Gospel Difference / Richard Newman (Christianity and Crisis, August 3, 1987, page 270).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The gospel sound?
This edition of The gospel sound has approximately 404 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The gospel sound?
For most readers, The gospel sound typically takes between 8h 25m and 5h 37m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 101,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 101,000 words
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What is the word count of The gospel sound?
The estimated word count for The gospel sound is approximately 101,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The gospel sound?
The gospel sound was written by Anthony Heilbut.
When was The gospel sound published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.