Today in Black History

October 26

Mahalia Jackson, gospel singer, born 1911 - 1972

Background

Mahalia Jackson (October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer, widely regarded as the best in the history of the genre.

Well known songs

Trouble of the World
Silent Night
Go Tell It on the Mountain
Amazing Grace
Take My Hand, Precious Lord
Remember Me
Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho
Holding My Saviour's Hands
Roll Jordan, Roll
The Upper Room
We Shall Overcome
I'm on My Way to Canaan