FAQ About The Influence of Spirituals on Modern Gospel Music

Several key figures played pivotal roles in the transition from spirituals to modern gospel music. Thomas A. Dorsey, known as the "Father of Gospel Music," was instrumental in developing gospel music in the 20th century. Mahalia Jackson, with her powerful voice and interpretations of gospel music, also helped bring gospel to a wider audience. Other influential artists include Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who merged gospel with rock and roll, and James Cleveland, whose innovations helped shape modern gospel choirs.