Note: When a person dies the body is washed, dressed, and carried to the graveyard. Prior to the funeral, there is a viewing of the body and people sing, praise, and give thanks for the life the deceased has lived.
About the session: The tenth of 21 recording sessions with Bessie Jones.
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