The Freedom Singers

The Freedom Singers were a group of young activists that used music to spread their massage of peace, hope, freedom and strength. From sit-ins to marches to churches, the group of singers provided the soundtrack to the Civil Rights Movement.

 From left to right: Charles Neblett, Bass; Bernice Johnson, Alto; Cordell Reagon, tenor;
Bertha Gober, Alto; and Rutha Mae Harris, soprano.


“Without Music There Would Be No Movement”

NPR Interview with original Freedom Singers member, Rutha Mae Harris

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Freedom Singer: 'Without Music, There Would Be No Movement'
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(Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody") Turn Me Round

White House Performance

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