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Southern gospel music is a genre of Christian music. Its name comes from its origins in the southeastern United States. Its lyrics are written to express either personal or a communal faith regarding biblical teachings and Christian life, as well as (in terms of the varying music styles) to give a Christian alternative to mainstream secular music.
- Late 19th century, southeastern US evangelicals
Bill Gaither (gospel singer) Danny Gaither; Gloria Gaither; Jim Garstang; Larry Gatlin; Gold City; Howard Goodman; Rusty Goodman; Sam Goodman; Vestal Goodman; The Gospel Harmony Boys; Gospel Music Hall of Fame; Greater Vision; Buddy Greene; TaRanda Greene; The Greenes; Andy Griffith
Gospel music Stylistic origins Christian hymns spirituals Cultural origins Early 17th century, Scotland Derivative forms Country rhythm and blues soul rock and roll Subgenres Black gospel Fusion genres Christian country music Regional scenes Southern gospel Gospel music is a traditional genre of Christian music, and a cornerstone of Christian media. The creation, performance, significance, and ...
- Early 17th century, Scotland
May 14, 2003 · Southern gospel music, whose performers and audiences are primarily white, is to be distinguished from the popular sacred music of African Americans, which is usually referred to as Black gospel music, or simply as gospel music. Shape-Note Singing and Songbooks.
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The Southern Gospel Music Association (SGMA) is a professional association of artists, songwriters, industry workers, and fans founded to preserve, protect, and promote Southern Gospel Music, its history, and heritage.
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