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The Sixties
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Spirituality is a common theme in Black music, and it can be observed in John Coltrane's "Alabama," the Miles Davis Quintet's work in 1964, and James Cleveland's "Where is Your Faith in God." John Coltrane's "Alabama" is a tribute to the four young Black girls who were killed in the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963. The song's slow tempo, mournful melody, and melancholic harmonies convey a sense of mourning and sadness. Coltrane's saxophone playing on the track could be described as mysterious or spiritual (as Floyd points out), or as prayerful, and the music seems to be a form of lamentation for the tragic event. The Miles Davis Quintet's work in 1964 began with a simple theme and evolved into complex, free-flowing improvisations that created a sense of unity among the musicians and the audience. James Cleveland's "Where is Your Faith in God" is a gospel song that features Cleveland's powerful voice and a choir singing in harmony. The song's lyrics are focused on faith and trust in God, and its musical structure reflects the call-and-response style of traditional gospel music.
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The AACM was established to provide a space for Black musicians to experiment with new forms of musical expression, free from the constraints of commercial expectations and mainstream music industry norms. Spirituality played a significant role in the creation of music in the AACM, both in terms of the music's content and the collective's approach to music-making. As Floyd notes, Spiritualism celebrated African notions of community and ritual (p. 191). In addition to the spiritual content of their music, the AACM also approached music-making as a spiritual practice. The collective emphasized the importance of collaboration and community, and members often referred to their music-making as a form of "communal meditation."
References
Floyd, Samuel. The Power of Black Music.
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