Catch the Spirit, by The University of Notre Dame Folk Choir

Catch the Spirit

by The University of Notre Dame Folk Choir

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1.	Lead Me, Guide Me 04:07	buy track
2.	Mimina Neema 03:16	buy track
3.	Praise the Lord 06:17	buy track
4.	Lord, I Am Grateful 03:36	buy track
5.	Wide and Free 07:22	buy track
6.	I Can't Breathe 05:33	buy track
7.	The Lord Is My Light 06:56	buy track
8.	Kuliko Jana 04:29	buy track
9.	Perfect Praise 05:50	buy track
10.	I Can Go to God in Prayer 03:54	buy track
11.	He'll Be With You 04:32	buy track

about

During this uncertain time of isolation and separation, the Notre Dame Folk Choir is announcing the early release of "Catch the Spirit," an exploration of sacred music from the African American and East African traditions, and available April 17th, Easter Friday. This decision is in keeping with the call issued by Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., "to “see the diverse gifts and backgrounds of people as enriching, not dividing...to join together to build a community in which all are included and respected, and each of us contributes to the common good.”

Catch the Spirit is a collaboration between the Folk Choir and noted jazz musicians Chris Dingman, Godwin Louis, Mark Mclean, Chanda Rule, Ike Sturm, gospel singer Emorja Roberson, and Ugandan producer Denis Kyabaggu. Catch the Spirit is available now on Spotify, Apple Music and all major digital streaming platforms. Videos of the live performances are available on YouTube.

The album was originally set to release in late May, in conjunction with a U.S. tour. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Folk Choir has postponed appearances in nine west coast cities and has opted to release Catch the Spirit for public distribution earlier than planned.