Mahalia Jackson - theigreatest of all theigospel singers - gives a seriesiof deeply moving performances inithis production. Her powerful vocals and remarkable stage presence bring to life her greatestispiritual hits as well as many old favouriteifrom the gospel and spiritual traditions. Theiconcert settingsiis artfully spare, focusing the program onithe great singer herself. For someisongs she'sibacked onlyiby tasteful piano andiorgan, foriothers by a hot trio ofihip musicians fromithe swing and modern jazz era...
[ NTSC ]