Staples Honors Mahalia Jackson

From: Sacramento Observer | Date: January 26, 2000 | Copyright information

Sacramento Observer
01-26-2000
Staples Honors Mahalia Jackson

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Mavis Staples, the voice behind such
classic hits as "Respect Yourself" and "I'll Take You There," will return
to her gospel music roots with "A Tribute To Mahalia Jackson" on Saturday,
January 29, at Freeborn Hall on the UC Davis campus.

The performance, which begins at 8:00 p.m., is part of UC Davis Presents
1999-2000 Season of Performing Arts.

The UC Davis Gospel Choir will open the program.

As the lead singer for The Staple Singers, Mavis Staples has been a part of
the modern American soundtrack ...

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