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The document discusses the African oral tradition that was transplanted to America through slavery. Enslaved Africans used music like field hollers, spirituals, and work songs to lighten their labor and communicate messages. These oral traditions continued through spirituals and early blues music, which voiced black experiences. The learning objectives explore the African American oral tradition, its roots and legacy, as well as its connection to spirituals, work songs, and blues music.

Author

Khalilah Ali

Language

EN