Langston Hughes' Jericho-Jim Crow

written by Langston Hughes, 1902-1967; produced by Frances Drucker, 1901-1970 (Folkways Records, 1964), 1 hour 12 mins

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Field of Interest: World Music
Author: Langston Hughes, 1902-1967
Description: Jericho-Jim Crow by Langston Hughes is a musical production that focuses on themes from the civil rights movement and features music significant to the same period. Performers include former cast members of the original Broadway production of Porgy and Bess as well as gospel singers who made a living touring and performing around the US. Together, the cast of Jericho-Jim Crow gives a powerful performance of passionate acting and stirring gospel singing.
Content Type: Music recording
Duration: 1 hour 12 mins
Format: Audio
Sub Genre: Spoken Word, Drama, Poetry, Struggle and Protest
Label: Folkways Records
Producer: Frances Drucker, 1901-1970
Release Date: 1964
Subject: World Music, American Music, Music & Performing Arts, American Studies, United States and Canada, Estados Unidos y Canadá, Estados Unidos e Canadá, United States
Keywords and Translated Subjects: Estados Unidos y Canadá, Estados Unidos e Canadá