The Freedom Singers, formed in 1962 in Albany, Georgia, were a pivotal a cappella quartet in the American civil rights movement. Comprising Rutha Mae Harris (soprano), Bernice Johnson Reagon (alto), Cordell Reagon (tenor), and Charles Neblett (bass), they blended gospel harmonies with protest lyrics to inspire and mobilize audiences nationwide. Their performances at over 40 cities, including the 1963 March on Washington, amplified the call for racial equality. Notably, Bernice Johnson Reagon later founded the renowned ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock. The Freedom Singers' enduring legacy lies in their powerful fusion of music and activism, leaving an indelible mark on the struggle for civil rights. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Freedom_Singers?utm_source=openai))