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.
Table of Content
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
About the author
Roberta King is Associate Professor of Communication and Ethnomusicology at Fuller Theological Seminary.
Jean Ngoya Kidula is Associate Professor of Music at the University of Georgia.
James R. Krabill is Senior Executive for Global Ministries for the Mennonite Mission Network.
Thomas A. Oduro is Senior Lecturer and Principal at Good News Theological College and Seminary.
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