
The Anti-slavery Harp: A Collection of Songs for Anti-slavery Meetings
Melodies of Liberation: A Musical Journey through the Anti-Slavery MovementBy William Wells BrownLength1h 38m
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In "The Anti-slavery Harp: A Collection of Songs for Anti-slavery Meetings," William Wells Brown, a prominent African American abolitionist, poet, and playwright, compiles a potent anthology of songs designed to galvanize and inspire the anti-slavery movement. Combining heartfelt lyrics with evocative melodies, this work serves not only as a musical collection but as a powerful literary artifact of the 19th-century abolitionist context. Brown's lyricism captures the struggles, hopes, and aspirations of the enslaved, while reflecting the collective yearning for freedom and justice that defined the era's reformist spirit. Born into slavery in 1814, William Wells Brown's life experiences significantly shaped his passion for abolition. After escaping bondage, he became a fervent advocate for civil rights and the emancipation of enslaved peoples. His literary output, influenced by personal trials and the broader context of social justice, reflects his commitment to advocating for the disenfranchised. Brown's unique position as both a witness to and a voice against slavery lends a profound authenticity to his work, offering a mirror to the societal ills of his time. Readers seeking a deeper understanding of the abolitionist movement will find "The Anti-slavery Harp" an invaluable resource. This collection not only informs but also inspires, providing stirring musical pieces that can elevate discussions on freedom, equality, and human rights. Whether for historical study, performance, or personal reflection, Brown's work resonates deeply, making it essential for anyone invested in the legacy of social reform.
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Length1 hr 38 mins
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Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FREEDOM’S BANNER.
24BE FREE, O MAN, BE FREE.
2O, PITY THE SLAVE MOTHER!
25THE FUGITIVE SLAVE TO THE CHRISTIAN.
3THE BLIND SLAVE BOY.
26RESCUE THE SLAVE.
4YE SONS OF FREEMEN!
27SONG OF THE COFFLE GANG.
5FREEDOM’S STAR.
28YE HERALDS OF FREEDOM.
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6THE LIBERTY BALL.
29LAMENT OF THE FUGITIVE SLAVE.
7THE NORTH STAR.
30WE’RE COMING, WE’RE COMING.
8OVER THE MOUNTAIN.
31ON TO VICTORY.
9JUBILEE SONG.
32FUGITIVE’S TRIUMPH.
10SPIRIT OF FREEMEN, WAKE!
33THE BONDMAN.
11THE SLAVE’S LAMENTATION.
34RIGHT ON.
12SONG FOR THE TIMES.
35THE MAN FOR ME.
13FLIGHT OF THE BONDMAN.
36A SONG FOR FREEDOM.
14THE SWEETS OF LIBERTY.
37THE SLAVE’S SONG.
15YE SPIRITS OF THE FREE!
38THERE’S A GOOD TIME COMING.
16I AM AN ABOLITIONIST.
39THE BIGOT FIRE.
17THE BEREAVED MOTHER.
40OFT IN THE CHILLY NIGHT.
18I’LL BE FREE! I’LL BE FREE!
41ARE YE TRULY FREE?
19THE YANKEE GIRL.
42COME JOIN THE ABOLITIONISTS.
20FLING OUT THE ANTI-SLAVERY FLAG.
43THE SLAVE’S A MAN, FOR A’ THAT.
21JEFFERSON’S DAUGHTER.
44YOUR BROTHER IS A SLAVE.
22THE SLAVE AUCTION—A FACT.
45WHAT MEAN YE?
23GET OFF THE TRACK.
46EMANCIPATION SONG.