US EditionGullah Geechee elders work to preserve sacred songs passed down by enslaved ancestors
- Minnie Gracie Gadson, a 78-year-old Gullah singer, performs sacred songs from enslaved ancestors to preserve the Gullah Geechee culture for future generations.
- The Voices of Gullah have performed across the U.S. and internationally since 2014, aiming to teach younger generations about their culture.
- Eric Crawford emphasizes the importance of preserving Gullah culture, stating it informs African Americans of their heritage and resilience.
- Marlena Smalls and others promote Gullah adaptations to reach wider audiences, believing it keeps the culture alive for future generations.
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Gullah Geechee elders work to preserve sacred songs passed down by enslaved ancestors
A group of singers travels across the U.S. singing Gullah spirituals. These songs have been passed down from their enslaved ancestors who were forced to work the cotton and rice plantations of the South Carolina Sea Islands.
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