Charles Albert Tindley
Minister and composer of gospel music

Born
July 7th, 1851
173 years ago
Died
1933
92 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American minister and gospel music composer, contributed significantly to the development of African American religious music. Served as the pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church in Philadelphia for many years. Authored numerous hymns and spirituals that have endured over time. Focused on themes of hope and deliverance in compositions, blending traditional hymnody with African American musical elements.
Composed the hymn 'I'll Overcome Someday'
Wrote 'We Shall Overcome', an anthem for civil rights
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