Video | The Birth of Gospel | Chicago Stories

This episode of Chicago Stories traces the birth and growth of gospel music in Chicago in the 1930s. The story follows "The Father of Gospel", Thomas A. Dorsey, who wrote one of gospel’s early hits while coping with his grief over the death of his wife and child. It explores the roots of gospel from southern spirituals during slavery, through gospel’s early years.

The Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble performs both the traditional version and the Gospel version of "Amazing Grace" at Chicago State University.

The Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble performs "I'm A Soldier in the Army of the Lord" at Chicago State University.

The Trinity United Church of Christ Ensemble performs “Ise Oluwa”at Chicago State University.