Celebrate the rich tradition and legacy of gospel music in the Capital Region with Echoes Of Praise. From notable artists and religious leaders to people whose lives have been shaped by song, join WMHT in a moving tribute to this African American musical form that has enriched and defined the culture of our region.
GOSPEL with Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Dig deep into the origin story of Black gospel music, coming out of slavery, blending with the blues tradition, and soaring to new heights during the Great Migration. From Mahalia to Kirk Franklin, in the last century, gospel music has become the dominant form of African American religious expression and provided a soundtrack of healing and uplift to those at the front lines of protest and change.
