Collection is open for research. Access to original materials in boxes 76-80 is prohibited. Researchers must use digital copies.
Additional materials have been removed from public access pending investigation under the Smithsonian Institution's Ethical Returns and Shared Stewardship Policy.
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Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives Center makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
Collection Citation:
Robert "Mack" McCormick Collection, Archives Center, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution
Sponsor:
Digitization of Series 1: Photographic Negatives, Photographs, and Slides was made possible by Andrew and Anya Shiva.
Little black train (2x)--I'll be sleeping in my grave (5x)--Do Lord remember me (5x)--Who'll be the driver (3x)
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-10RR-0089
General:
Folkways 32430
CDR copy; file exists in the DAMS system
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Recorded in: United States, Kentucky, Arjay (Ky.).
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Set me free--Satisfied with Jesus--Sermon--A highway to heaven--sermon--Christian fighter
Track Information:
101 Set Me Free.
102 Satisfied with Jesus.
104 Sermon.
105 A Highway to Heaven.
106 Sermon.
106 Christian Fighter.
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-7RR-1020
Date/Time and Place of an Event Note:
Recorded in: Buffalo (N.Y.), United States, New York.
General:
Elder Charles Beck, pastor of the Way of the Cross Church of God in Christ, in Buffalo, NY, presides over his congregation, choir, and guest performers, in excerpts from two lively services, including hymns, gospel songs, shouts, sermonizing and prayer. Elder Beck not only leads the services and choir, but also sings and plays the trumpet, vibes and drums. Organ, piano and tambourines, along with guest performers, also enliven the proceedings. As Elder Beck proclaims, "No use letting the Devil have all the good tunes." David Talmadge, professor at the State University of New York, recorded the services in 1956, and wrote the liner notes, emphasizing the links of Holiness services to African religious practice.
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Elder Charles Beck, pastor of the Way of the Cross Church of God in Christ, in Buffalo, NY, presides over his congregation, choir, and guest performers, in excerpts from two lively services, including hymns, gospel songs, shouts, sermonizing and prayer. Elder Beck not only leads the services and choir, but also sings and plays the trumpet, vibes and drums. Organ, piano and tambourines, along with guest performers, also enliven the proceedings. As Elder Beck proclaims, "No use letting the Devil have all the good tunes." David Talmadge, professor at the State University of New York, recorded the services in 1956, and wrote the liner notes, emphasizing the links of Holiness services to African religious practice.
CDR copy
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
Collection Rights:
Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from the Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections. Please visit our website to learn more about submitting a request. The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections make no guarantees concerning copyright or other intellectual property restrictions. Other usage conditions may apply; please see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use for more information.
Lord will find a way somehow--Sermon--Do you know God changes things--Reach down and touch me--Home in that rock
Track Information:
101 Lord Will Make a Way Somehow / Sister Gold, Elder Beck. Piano.
102 Other gospel recordings / Elder Beck. Piano.
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-7RR-1025
Date/Time and Place of an Event Note:
Recorded in: Buffalo (N.Y.), United States, New York.
General:
Elder Charles Beck, pastor of the Way of the Cross Church of God in Christ, in Buffalo, NY, presides over his congregation, choir, and guest performers, in excerpts from two lively services, including hymns, gospel songs, shouts, sermonizing and prayer. Elder Beck not only leads the services and choir, but also sings and plays the trumpet, vibes and drums. Organ, piano and tambourines, along with guest performers, also enliven the proceedings. As Elder Beck proclaims, "No use letting the Devil have all the good tunes." David Talmadge, professor at the State University of New York, recorded the services in 1956, and wrote the liner notes, emphasizing the links of Holiness services to African religious practice.
Folkways 8901
CDR copy
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
Collection Rights:
Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from the Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections. Please visit our website to learn more about submitting a request. The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections make no guarantees concerning copyright or other intellectual property restrictions. Other usage conditions may apply; please see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use for more information.
Vibes instrumental--Sermon/ Tempted and tried--unk.
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-7RR-1026
General:
Elder Charles Beck, pastor of the Way of the Cross Church of God in Christ, in Buffalo, NY, presides over his congregation, choir, and guest performers, in excerpts from two lively services, including hymns, gospel songs, shouts, sermonizing and prayer. Elder Beck not only leads the services and choir, but also sings and plays the trumpet, vibes and drums. Organ, piano and tambourines, along with guest performers, also enliven the proceedings. As Elder Beck proclaims, "No use letting the Devil have all the good tunes." David Talmadge, professor at the State University of New York, recorded the services in 1956, and wrote the liner notes, emphasizing the links of Holiness services to African religious practice.
Folkways 8901
CDR copy
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
Collection Rights:
Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from the Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections. Please visit our website to learn more about submitting a request. The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections make no guarantees concerning copyright or other intellectual property restrictions. Other usage conditions may apply; please see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use for more information.
Lord will make a way somehow (Sister Gold)--God changes things--Lord someone touch me--Home in that rock
Track Information:
101 Lord Will Make a Way Somehow.
102 God Changes Things.
103 Lord, Touch Me.
104 Home in That Rock.
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-7RR-1027
Date/Time and Place of an Event Note:
Recorded in: Buffalo (N.Y.), United States, New York.
General:
Elder Charles Beck, pastor of the Way of the Cross Church of God in Christ, in Buffalo, NY, presides over his congregation, choir, and guest performers, in excerpts from two lively services, including hymns, gospel songs, shouts, sermonizing and prayer. Elder Beck not only leads the services and choir, but also sings and plays the trumpet, vibes and drums. Organ, piano and tambourines, along with guest performers, also enliven the proceedings. As Elder Beck proclaims, "No use letting the Devil have all the good tunes." David Talmadge, professor at the State University of New York, recorded the services in 1956, and wrote the liner notes, emphasizing the links of Holiness services to African religious practice.
Folkways 8901
CDR copy
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
Collection Rights:
Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from the Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections. Please visit our website to learn more about submitting a request. The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections make no guarantees concerning copyright or other intellectual property restrictions. Other usage conditions may apply; please see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use for more information.
Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
Collection Rights:
Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from the Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections. Please visit our website to learn more about submitting a request. The Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections make no guarantees concerning copyright or other intellectual property restrictions. Other usage conditions may apply; please see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use for more information.
Irene--Boll weevil--Swing low sweet chariot--John Henry--Fannin Street--Poor boy--Skip to my Lou--Let it shine on me--Amazing grace--Take this hammer--Swing low sweet chariot
Track Information:
101 Irene (Goodnight Irene) / Lead Belly. Guitar.
102 Boll Weevil / Lead Belly. Guitar.
103 Swing Low Sweet Chariot / Lead Belly. Guitar.
104 John Henry / Lead Belly. Guitar.
105 Fannin Street (Mr. Tom Hughes' Town)(Instrumental) / Lead Belly. Guitar.
105 Poor Boy / Lead Belly. Guitar.
106 Skip to My Lou / Lead Belly. Guitar.
107 Let it Shine on Me / Lead Belly. Guitar.
107 Amazing Grace / Lead Belly. Guitar.
108 Take This Hammer / Lead Belly. Guitar.
109 Swing Low Sweet Chariot / Standard Oil Company. Studio Orchestra.
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-7RR-1704
General:
Box 1- tape made in 1973 from aluminum copy of original transcription disk. Some distortion in beginning (per letter).
CDR copy- Disc 437
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
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Restrictions on access. No duplication allowed listening and viewing for research purposes only.
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ORIGINAL;4 TRACK;PRODUCTION NOTES ON BOX;REEL 1/9;JOB # 16477-G;
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-10RR-2850
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ORIGINAL;4 TRACK;PRODUCTION NOTES ON BOX;REEL 2/9;JOB # 16691-A;
Local Numbers:
FW-ASCH-10RR-2851
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