Moses Hogan Spirituals

In this class I will draw on my experience as a piano and theory student of Moses Hogan, member of the Moses Hogan Chorale and Moses Hogan Singers, and my dissertation research to discuss a particular aspect of Moses Hogan spirituals: that is Black music aesthetics in performing his spirituals.

It is my goal to bring attention to certain aspects of Moses Hogan’s artistic style that, when given proper attention, will enhance choral performance.

Covered during the class:

• Influences on Hogan's style
• Historical perspectives on the performance of Negro spirituals
• Black music aesthetics
• Black music aesthetics in Hogan spirituals