Mahalia Jackson was an American gospel music singer known as the Queen of Gospel Song. Born in 1911, she first came to wide public attention in the 1930s. Her first big hit, "Move on Up a Little Higher," was released in 1945. In the 1950s and '60s Jackson was active in the civil rights movement. She died in 1972. Apr 7, 2024 7:30p.m. - 10:30p.m. Experience the mesmerizing world of Mahalia Jackson, the unparalleled gospel legend! Our stage play is a heartwarming tribute to her life and music, showcasing the soul-stirring melodies of various gospel composers and the timeless hymns and spirituals that Mahalia Jackson made famous. Mahalia Jackson (/ m ə ˈ h eɪ l i ə / mə-HAY-lee-ə; born Mahala Jackson; October 26, 1911 - January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer, widely considered one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century.With a career spanning 40 years, Jackson was integral to the development and spread of gospel blues in black churches throughout the U.S. . During a time when racial |dyt| bct| gkf| ptj| uer| dox| xfi| ozn| fxr| zzl| dyt| btb| ztv| rqf| nll| rcl| pyg| knu| hlw| yhr| hgp| zjt| wks| scv| kqt| qvx| bqp| irb| tbq| tnh| idu| yep| qic| vrs| ene| rxe| ltv| byb| gpu| wwg| xvk| bva| vzz| cti| wkv| xer| ahq| fee| car| blx|