Golden Gate Quartet
Poor Lazarus
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The Golden Gate Quartet brings the close harmonies and rhythmic drive of African American gospel singing to this performance of “Poor Lazarus,” a spiritual rooted in biblical imagery. The quartet’s distinctive sound centers on tightly blended voices, crisp phrasing, and lively vocal interplay.
Rather than a spoken radio drama, this is a musical performance: the voices carry the piece through its melody and lyrics, with the group’s harmonies shaping its movement and character. The result offers a focused listen to a traditional spiritual interpreted through the quartet’s polished, energetic style.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.