[Dixielandjazz] Thomas A Dorsey

[Anton Crouch]

Hello all

Those interested in the music of Georgia Tom Dorsey will find a 1992 book
by Michael Harris of value. The title is "The rise of gospel blues" and
Amazon has both new and used copies.

Gospel blues is an interesting subject and, as an urban phenomenon, is much
more recent than most people believe. The subject matter, as well as being
interesting in itself, is of relevance to the history of jazz and blues in
general.

Would anyone consider the possibility that jazz is a rural phenomenon and
blues an urban one; and that both have their roots in 19th century gospel
singing? Harris certainly does not suggest this and I'm sure most people
would reject it. But ....

Provocatively,
Anton