The Birth of Gospel
This installment of Chicago Stories traces the birth and growth of gospel music in 1930s Chicago. It centers on 'The Father of Gospel', Thomas A. Dorsey, who wrote one of gospel's early hits while grappling with the grief of losing his wife and child. The episode maps the roots of gospel from southern spirituals during slavery through the genre's formative years.
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The Birth of Gospel FAQs
Stacy Robinson is the director of The Birth of Gospel.
The cast of The Birth of Gospel includes Stacy Robinson.
The duration of The Birth of Gospel is 57 mins.
The Birth of Gospel was released on 06 May 2026.
The Birth of Gospel is listed under Documentary and History on Fanbiz.
