The Fisk Jubilee Singers were a renowned African American a cappella ensemble formed in 1871 at Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. They were instrumental in preserving and sharing the spiritual music tradition of African American slaves, known as Negro spirituals.

The group's original purpose was to raise funds for Fisk University, a historically Black university founded to provide education to freed slaves and their descendants. They embarked on several international tours, performing for audiences in the United States and Europe. Their powerful and emotive performances captivated audiences and brought attention to the beauty and depth of African American spiritual music.

The Fisk Jubilee Singers faced numerous challenges as they traveled, including discrimination and financial hardships. Despite these obstacles, they persevered and their music helped change perceptions of African Americans in the United States and around the world. Their contributions to preserving and popularizing Negro spirituals are widely recognized, and their impact on the history of Black music is immeasurable.

The Fisk Jubilee Singers continue to perform to this day, keeping alive the legacy of their founders and the rich tradition of African American spiritual music.