Gospel music has its origins in the hymns, spirituals and sacred songs found ... Now listen to the Maria Fidelis school gospel choir sing 'Oh Mary, Oh Martha'. This performance is accompanied ...

With a lot of churches, no matter the denomination, moving to a contemporary style of music, Brown felt people would enjoy the opportunity to sing hymns and Southern gospel songs, and he was right.

When asked if anyone in attendance was brave enough to sing in front of him, Crispell said, “Some were definitely shy at first, but we had a good time.” To some, Crispell’s name and story is already a ...