• Clara Williams (Part 2)

  • May 15 2023
  • Length: 48 mins
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Clara Williams (Part 2)

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  • Clara Williams recalls the moment that catapulted “Oh Happy Day” onto the radio waves and into the hearts of people across the country. She chronicles the series of events, surprising changes and tense moments that followed. Clara speaks of  coming of age on a national tour, shortly after the death of her mother - and some of the most treasured performers who emerged during this era.

    Highlights:

    • How “Oh Happy Day” becomes an overnight sensation, and peer and community reaction that was beyond anything they ever imagined;
    • A special business meeting is called to change the name to the Edwin Hawkins singers - and whether the Northern California Youth Choir would continue to exist;.
    • Clara challenges Edwin for making deals and taking action on his own, without informing the choir, but decides to stay with the Edwin Hawkins Singers; and
    • Performing with The Beach Boys, and performing at rock festivals with everyone from Diana Ross and The Jackson Five.

    In the next episode, receive a lesson in San Francisco/Oakland gospel music history from Kathy Gaines.
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