I learned that the song, "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" sung by Mahalia Jackson was a fav of Dr King's (sung at his service)..
He can be seen in the audience at one of her live performances.
Written by Tommy Dorsey, who's wife & infant son passed away, he was very depressed, &, decided against religious music, a friend of his asked him to help him compose some music, he sat down at the piano & this song came to him.
He was inspired by Ms. Jackson in the "I have a Dream" speach
Anyway, remembering Dr MLK & his life of service



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