Posted on Dec 12, 2022
Missouri History Museum’s One-Day Gospel Fest to honor deep St. Louis roots
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St. Louis is often regarded as one of the most influential cities for rock, blues, jazz and R&B music, but it also played a big role in the development of gospel music.
The O’Neal Twins, Martha Bass and many more influential singers are seared into St. Louis gospel history and have shaped the genre.
To highlight those contributions, the Missouri History Museum will host its One-Day Gospel Fest on Saturday. From 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., participants will celebrate the region's contributions to gospel with live music, roundtable discussions and a screening of the 1982 documentary film “Say Amen, Somebody.” It focuses on the history of gospel music in the U.S. and St. Louis-based gospel singer Willie Mae Ford Smith.
The roundtable discussion will feature conversations with local influential gospel artists and leaders Zella Jackson Price, Dr. Marabeth Gentry and Ethel Foster. The discussion will be moderated by film producer and Gospel Music Hall of Fame of Missouri founder Monica R. Butler.
The O’Neal Twins, Martha Bass and many more influential singers are seared into St. Louis gospel history and have shaped the genre.
To highlight those contributions, the Missouri History Museum will host its One-Day Gospel Fest on Saturday. From 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., participants will celebrate the region's contributions to gospel with live music, roundtable discussions and a screening of the 1982 documentary film “Say Amen, Somebody.” It focuses on the history of gospel music in the U.S. and St. Louis-based gospel singer Willie Mae Ford Smith.
The roundtable discussion will feature conversations with local influential gospel artists and leaders Zella Jackson Price, Dr. Marabeth Gentry and Ethel Foster. The discussion will be moderated by film producer and Gospel Music Hall of Fame of Missouri founder Monica R. Butler.
Missouri History Museum’s One-Day Gospel Fest to honor deep St. Louis roots
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Nice to hear: PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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..."Don’t miss this one-day festival dedicated to gospel music! We’ll explore the genre through live performances, the St. Louis Sound exhibit, and a screening and discussion of the 1982 documentary Say Amen, Somebody, which shares the intricate history of gospel music in the United States. The film spotlights the story of legendary gospel artist Willie Mae Ford Smith, and much of it was shot in St. Louis. Before the screening, enjoy a conversation with three local gospel legends who are featured in the film: Zella Jackson Price, Dr. Marabeth Gentry, and Ethel Foster. Monica Butler, founder of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame–Missouri, will emcee this event. Café St. Louis by Pure will have a chili bar and soft drinks available for purchase from 12 to 3:30pm."...
..."Don’t miss this one-day festival dedicated to gospel music! We’ll explore the genre through live performances, the St. Louis Sound exhibit, and a screening and discussion of the 1982 documentary Say Amen, Somebody, which shares the intricate history of gospel music in the United States. The film spotlights the story of legendary gospel artist Willie Mae Ford Smith, and much of it was shot in St. Louis. Before the screening, enjoy a conversation with three local gospel legends who are featured in the film: Zella Jackson Price, Dr. Marabeth Gentry, and Ethel Foster. Monica Butler, founder of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame–Missouri, will emcee this event. Café St. Louis by Pure will have a chili bar and soft drinks available for purchase from 12 to 3:30pm."...
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