Music in the Life of the African Church

by Roberta Rose King; Jean Ngoya Kidula; James Krabill; Thomas A. Oduro

Publisher:

Baylor University Press

, 2008

Overview

During the twentieth century, the number of Christians in Africa grew from an estimated 4 million to more than 300 million. One of the forces that has propelled the church's remarkable growth is its liturgical music, which has been heavily influenced by indigenous musical traditions. This rewarding book takes readers "inside the music" for the first time. By examining the central role of indigenous music in promoting Christianity and in giving voice to local theologies, the authors seek to energize conversations between music, culture, and the church. Furthermore, they extract useful lessons for fostering faith communities around the globe.

Contents

Illustrations

Preface

Acknowledgments

1. Beginnings: Music in the African Church - Roberta R. King

2. Music Culture: Euro-American Christianity - Roberta R. King

3. Music Culture: African Life - Jean Ngoya Kidula

4. Encounters: What Happens to Music when People Meet - James R. Krabill

5. Church Music in the Life of African Christian Communities - Thomas Oduro

6. Making and Managing Music in African Christian Life - Jean Ngoya Kidula

7. Bible: Lex Canendi, Lex Credendi - Roberta R. King

8. Global Church: Lessons from Africa - Roberta R. King

Appendix: Electronic Sources

Notes

Bibliography

Glossary

List of Contributors

Index

Praise for Music in the Life of the African Church

This book puts a face of hope and faith on Africa, the second largest and, for some, the most chaotic continent in the world. Through song, dance and drama, we learn of additional ways to pray and praise the God of all peoples, times and places. The insights offered in this volume come from authors who thoroughly know and love Africa and, through their insights, further our understanding of how God is moving in the world through music and faith. A significant addition to the literature on music and mission.

—C. Michael Hawn, Professor of Church Music and Director of the Sacred Music Program, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University

Product Details

• Title: Music in the Life of the African Church
• Authors: Roberta Rose King, Jean Ngoya Kidula, James Krabill, Thomas A. Oduro
• Publisher: Baylor University Press
• Print Publication Date: 2008
• Logos Release Date: 2024
• Pages: 187
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subject: Church music › Africa
• ISBNs: 9781602580220, 1602580227
• Resource ID: LLS:MSCLFAFRCRCH
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-01-25T20:02:14Z