By Rich Copley | Presbyterians Today
Prior to the pandemic, the American Spiritual Ensemble performed at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington, Kentucky. While live concerts have been pushed back in 2021, there are plans for a virtual performance. Courtesy of Kentucky Educational Television
The spiritual is a genre that has influenced American music from jazz to gospel to the blues. The American Spiritual Ensemble brings these songs to a new generation. Courtesy of Kentucky Educational Television
The staff of First Presbyterian Church in Lexington, Kentucky, was planning Sunday worship, and the Rev. Dr. Lee Bowman was a bit stuck on the childrenâs moment. It was to be about the story of Moses parting the Red Sea for the Israelites fleeing Egypt, and she wasnât sure what to do. The churchâs interim music director, Dr. Everett McCorvey, volunteered to take on the task.