Walk Together Children
Editorial Reviews
From Parents' Choice®
"This Little Light of Mine," "Go Down Moses," "Get On Board," "Mary Had a Baby".... The instrumentals have that generic, percussively synthesized sound, and there's a sameness in many of the quick, upbeat arrangements, but expressive vocals convey the emotional resonance of these deeply affecting, history-heavy African American spirituals that still surge with inspiration and hope. A 2000 Parents' Choice® Recommended winner.Reviewed by Lynne Heffley, Parents' Choice® 2000
About the Artist
Twin Sisters Productions, Inc. is a women-owned company started by twin sisters Kim Mitzo Thompson and Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand. Kim has a masters degree in "Integrating the Arts in the Elementary School Curriculum". Karen is a graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Both sisters are avid music lovers, taking after their father who has been a member of the Shaker Symphony for the past forty-three years. Using her musical background in the classroom, Kim taught her...
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Album Description
"Walk Together Children" is a musical tribute to African American history featuring the most cherished spirituals that helped to uplift the soul, taught biblical principles of God's faithfulness, and gave hope of a better future. Featuring fresh, upbeat vocal arrangements of "Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?", "Go Down Moses", "Were You There?", "My Soul Is A Witness For My Lord", "This Little Light Of Mine", and eight other favorites. (Lyrics included.)
Walk Together Children
Walk Together Children, Music, Inspirational, Childrens
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- Historically important choral music, wonderfully performed!
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Witness: What a Mighty God - Spirituals and Gospels for Chorus
James Bohn , Michael Jorgenson , Steve Burger , Gordon Johnson , Jay Young , Michael Abels , Dale Adelmann , Harry T. (Henry) Burleigh , Brazeal W. Dennard , Adolphus Hailstork , Jester Hairston , Jack Halloran , Robert A. Harris , Moses Hogan , Sanford Moore , Robert Scholz , Richard Smallwood , William Henry Smith , Andre Thomas , Philip Brunelle , Sigrid Johnson , Joe Pulice , Robert Commodore , Charles Kemper , Yolanda Williams , Brian Link , Vocal Essence , and VocalEssence Ensemble Singers
Manufacturer: Clarion
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Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B0001FVEPE
Release Date: 2004-02-10 |
Tracks:
- Witness: Jack Halloran
- Hush! Somebodys CallinMy Name: Arranged by Brazeal W. Dennard
- Death Is Gonna Lay His Cold Icy Hands on Me: Arranged by Andrhomas
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Album Description
Stirring spirituals and rousing gospel melodies sung by the superb voices of VocalEssence conducted by the renowned conductor Philip Brunelle, joined by vocal jazz ensemble Moore by Four.
Customer Reviews:
Historically important choral music, wonderfully performed!.......2004-05-25
For over 10 years, The VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Chorus (conducted by Philip Brunelle) has presented an enduring series of concerts showcasing the talents of trailblazing African American composers. Now this wealth of music is available outside the concert hall through a series of recordings called WITNESS.
WHAT A MIGHTY GOD presents 20th Century choral arrangements of music from the African American spiritual tradition rooted in spirituals and gospels, including Harry T. Burleigh's "My Lord, What a Mornin'" (1929), "Walk Together Children" (William Henry Smith, 1937) and more contemporary composers like Sanford Moore's "Go Tell It On The Mountain" (1993.)
There are excellent notes about the genre, however, in light of the historical significance of this music I'm surprised and disappointed to find no biographical information about the composers, not even birth and/or death dates, with this CD. I feel this is a crucial component in an "outreach" project like this, especially since most of these composers are not well known. Still I highly recommend it for the music alone.
The other three CDs are available as single titles, or in the boxed set THE WITNESS COLLECTION which includes:
WHAT A MIGHTY GOD: Spirituals and Gospels for Chorus
DANCE LIKE THE WIND: Music of Today's Black Composers
GOT THE SAINT LOUIS BLUES: Classical Music in the Jazz Age
SKYWARD MY PEOPLE ROSE: Music of William Grant Still
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- Beauty, power, and clarity
- Not traditional American Negro spirituals mostly.
- Great opera, not spiritual style I thought title suggested.
- A Glorious Burgeoning Diva!
- Classical music with heart and soul
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Mosaic: A Collection of African-American Spirituals With Piano and Guitar
Manufacturer: Albany Records
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Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B0006A9FUU
Release Date: 2004-11-30 |
Tracks:
- Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit
- Roun'about de Mountain
- Lord, I Just Can't Keep from Cryin'
- My Soul's Been Anchored
- City Called Heaven
- Give Me Jesus
- O Glory
- Come Down Angels
- He Never Said a Mumblin' Word
- Watch and Pray
- Walk Together Children
- Deep River
- This Little Light of Mine
- Lord, How Come Me Here?
- He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
- Ride Up in the Chariot
Customer Reviews:
Beauty, power, and clarity.......2007-05-06
Buy this CD for her rendition of "He Never Said a Mumbalin' Word" alone --- truly lovely, simply brilliant.
Not traditional American Negro spirituals mostly........2005-10-24
If you are looking for the soulfull melodic or jubilation of traditional American Negro spirituals, this is not it. But it is masterful musicianship.
Great opera, not spiritual style I thought title suggested........2005-09-08
This is a very good classical collection. The rating would have been higher if the description had suggested the actual style of the music. I am giving it 3 stars because this is a very good OPERA style collection - not the spiritual style I was hoping for. Given the title and simple instruments, I thought it would be different - more relaxed. I wish a sample of the music had been available. If you want spirituals sung in an OPERA style you will love this. She is an amazing talent.
A Glorious Burgeoning Diva!.......2005-05-07
Though this particular selection of songs may not be one the recital lover would choose, MOSAIC introduces to the recording audience the magnificent voice of Angela M. Brown, a gifted singer whose career has been nurtured by appearances with small opera companies until her highly successful Metropolitan Opera debut in 'Aida' last year. Now this intelligent singer is currently replacing the indomitable Jessye Norman in a Detroit Opera premiere and even in that vulnerable position of comparison she is making a triumphant statement.
MOSAIC is pleasant enough recital of African American Spirituals with sensitive piano and guitar accompaniment. But it is in the few unaccompanied songs that the splendor of this very large voice with a seemingly bottomless register is best displayed. Brown has a glowing top as well as a lush bottom in her register and her attention to the control of the cascade of sound is simply thrilling. Brown knows this repertoire well and is convincing in her delivery of not only the message but the depth of emotion of each song.
Hopefully a recording of songs and arias will follow soon, especially as her opera reputation grows. But for now, MOSAIC is a fine introduction to a voice whose destiny seems assured. Grady Harp, May 05
Classical music with heart and soul.......2005-03-01
Daniel Alexander Payne, sixth bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church worked tirelessly to purge emotionalism from African American modes of worship, and derided spirituals as "corn field ditties." Starting with the Fisk Jubilee Singers and into current century, composers such as Florence Price, Margaret Bonds, Moses Hogan and Joseph Joubert have sought new, classical interpretations of these timeless, soulful songs.
I must confess, I've never been a big fan of classicised spirituals. Spirituals ARE emotional, expressions of unbearable pain, of longing, of optimism and ultimate belief in salvation. To strip them of that by prettying them up is to deny their very reason for being.
But having said all that: I absolutely loved MOSAIC! Angela Brown does not let her classical training get in the way of putting a song over with heart and soul. She obviously loves these songs, and her rich voice moved me to tears on several occasions. The instrumental accompaniments (Joseph Joubert on piano, Tyron Cooper on guitar) are gorgeously subtle and supportive.
The sound quality of this disc is superb, a fitting tribute to the many African American composers represented here. Highly recommended!
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- Very Memorable Words - Learn History by Song
- Great music to sing with your kids!
- Energizing and Upbeat
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Walk Together Children
Inspirational
Manufacturer: Twin Sisters Productions
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B000040OEP
Release Date: 1999-12-01 |
Tracks:
- This Little Light Of Mine
- Now Let Me Fly
- Were You There?
- Go Down Moses
- Do Lord Remember Me
- Get On Board
- Mary Had A Baby
- My Soul Is A Witness For My Lord
- Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?
- Walk Together Children
- O Won't You Sit Down?
- Motherless Child
- All God's Children Got Wings/By And By
Album Description
"Walk Together Children" is a musical tribute to African American history featuring the most cherished spirituals that helped to uplift the soul, taught biblical principles of God's faithfulness, and gave hope of a better future. Featuring fresh, upbeat vocal arrangements of "Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel?", "Go Down Moses", "Were You There?", "My Soul Is A Witness For My Lord", "This Little Light Of Mine", and eight other favorites. (Lyrics included.)
Customer Reviews:
Very Memorable Words - Learn History by Song.......2005-09-19
I thought this music would be a good idea so I followed a recommended link and realized that I already have the cassette. I read each song title and was able to sing quite a bit of each of the songs.
Now, to point out the history lesson to my daughter. She'll be a step ahead in her knowledge just because we listen to this music.
Great music to sing with your kids!.......2003-12-22
This is a very good CD! They have taken songs of 150 years ago & made them seem brand new! There is a very good variety on this CD, & my children & my children's daycare workers all love it! This is one CD that your kids will fondly remember when they grow up!
Energizing and Upbeat.......2003-10-14
I ordered this CD because I could not find another recording of "Go Down Moses" and my 3 year old was studying Moses in a Bible class. I was so pleased at the upbeat, sing along style of the songs. My children LOVE this CD, ask for it frequently, and always sing along. Inspirational and such a deep sense of history.
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- Diva Continues to Reign....
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Wilhelmenia Fernandez: The Diva Live
Manufacturer: Transart Live
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ASIN: B0000CARGX
Release Date: 2005-08-02 |
Customer Reviews:
Diva Continues to Reign...........2006-01-20
Absolutely wonderful. Ms. Fernandez has always had such an enchanting voice. Her ability to touch her audience either live or through recording is absolutely captivating. I loved her in the movie Diva, I love her still! This CD is a must have for those who are a fan. Treat yourself...it's worth it! :)
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Walk Together Children
Series Growing Minds
Manufacturer: Twin Sisters Productions
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ASIN: B0000DEQFK
Release Date: 2001-11-16 |
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