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Summary: A modern day film which wakes up the history within you
Review: One of the most effective ways to learn, is through music. This film is an excellent tool for teaching our children the 'History of Black Church Music'. Upon the recommendation of our Pastor, this film was shown at our church. The young people were impressed with the level of participation from the audience and the joy of those who sang. It's not to often that we get the chance to view a film from which you can feel the joy and anointing coming through the screen. This film is an absolute must for the music department in every church.
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Summary: I loved this movie
Review: Say Amen Somebody is inspirational as well as informative. I now better understand the orgin of gospel music. There was also a little humor in it. Some of my favorite gospel singers where included such as the Barrett Sisters and the Oneal Twins. I watch the video at least three times each day. I salute Mr. George Nierenberg for a splendid directing job and making it possible for me to obtain this video for my home use. Also, thanks to the surviving stars.
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Summary: Refreshing
Review: The best of the best and the greatest of the greatest gospel legends! I stayed up until 3 am and did not want to stop watching! The video took me back to my grandmother's church back home in Alabama. They say that you can't go back but this is the next best thing. My grandmother has gone on to heaven now, and eventhough she is not in the video it is almost like she is with me again.Wonderful video. Gets you back to the roots of true gospel music, singing because your soul is happy, and simple down home people who just want to give praise!
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Summary: Down home church! - Say Amen Somebody!
Review: The best of the best and the greatest of the greatest gospel legends! I stayed up until 3 am and did not want to stop watching! The video took me back to my grandmother's church back home in Alabama. They say that you can't go back but this is the next best thing. My grandmother has gone on to heaven now, and eventhough she is not in the video it is almost like she is with me again. Wonderful video. Gets you back to the roots of true gospel music, singing because your soul is happy, and simple down home people who just want to give praise!
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Summary: Refreshing
Review: The video was a refreshing look at gospel music and was quite moving. It enabled viewers to discover the history of mucis from the outlook of the insders of those who produced it. The actual music that was performed in the video was nice and one only wished that there was a soundtrack easily available for the movie. This video would be most recommended to those who appreciate the history of gospel in a unique way and also like to appreciate the music from the 30s to the 70s and early 80s. It is video that can be watched by the whole family along with those who are great enthusiast of gospel music.
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Summary: Simply Superb
Review: This is more fun than you could imagine. The strength of the music and the faith will get your heart moving! It is a testament to the power of Gospel nusic for people of ALL races. Thomas Dorsey is a man whose undying love for God shines through every minute of his music and even more when he speaks about the growth of modern Gospel. This is a MUST video for any school teaching music.
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Summary: Faith Ain't Required, Just A Love of the Blues
Review: Years ago, I used to program a jazz show on a small radio station in southeastern Massachusetts. Between 6AM-7AM, we used to have a gospel segment (which as an atheist, I found particularly amusing and interesting). I came to really love the music. It's some of the most emotional blues you'll ever hear. "Say Amen, Somebody" is more than just footage of a truly legendary gospel performance. It's testimony to the power of the music and how it moves the people who sing it, play it, and listen to it. Even this "unbeliever" was moved by what he saw. I first caught this film in 1985 and I've seen it a couple of times since. It never fails to suck me right in.
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Summary: Faith Ain't Required, Just A Love of the Blues
Review: Years ago, I used to program a jazz show on a small radio station in southeastern Massachusetts. Between 6AM-7AM, we used to have a gospel segment (which as an atheist, I found particularly amusing and interesting). I came to really love the music. It's some of the most emotional blues you'll ever hear. "Say Amen, Somebody" is more than just footage of a truly legendary gospel performance. It's testimony to the power of the music and how it moves the people who sing it, play it, and listen to it. Even this "unbeliever" was moved by what he saw. I first caught this film in 1985 and I've seen it a couple of times since. It never fails to suck me right in.
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