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

Visit the episode webpage.


(Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody") Turn Me Round

White House Performance

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