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The Church: melodies, memory and story

 

Feb 14 2012in Uncategorized adminTags: blind, Church, gospel, Henry Butler, slavery
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After their years of slavery African-Americans kept with them Christianity and the hymnals that sang the religion’s praises.  It was a powerful connection in a community deprived of education, where literacy was a rare achievement.  Where few people read, word of mouth rules, especially word of mouth raised in oration or song. “For black Americans […]

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Pianist Henry Butler In Studio

 

Aug 2 2011in Home Posts, Home Slides adminTags: Henry Butler
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At the end of July we had the pleasure to reconnect with Henry Butler at CBS Studios in Manhattan, the second time we’ve spoken with Mr. Butler for “Heavenly Sight.” After settling into the studio (formerly occupied by Howard Stern & his radio show), we asked Mr. Butler about his experience as a blind musician. […]

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