Whereas there is a slim difference between gospel and Christian music, the two are very different from country music. Much as they all differ in a way or another, they also bare similarities. The fact that, they all entertain, have rhythm and so on relates them. Basically, country music originates from folk songs music and western cowboys. It is simply harmonized by aid of string instruments such as violins, harmonicas, banjoes, fiddles and guitars; setting out dance tunes.
Many up to date can hardly tell the difference between Christian and gospel music while the secret is just spiritual. However, there are many different views towards this argument. Some argue that gospel music is linked with blacks, simply because many of them sing to it whereas the latter is linked with whites. Of all the arguments, the most justified difference in all claims that; gospel music has a soulful energy while Christian music does not. Another major factor to note is that gospel is a genre. It bares sound from R&B and soul music from ‘negro spirituals’, all the more reasons to be associated with blacks. Unlike ancient times, artists singing gospel music have won major awarding events from it.
Christian music aims at expressing ones belief towards Christian faith. Its main themes are penitence, lament, worship and praise. The instruments that accompany this music include pianos, electronic guitar, and at times a band or orchestra accompanies the singing. One unique aspect of this music is; it can be done just instrumental. Many a times, instrumentals are used for meditation purposes. Like any other music, the definition differs in accordance to culture and social information. In the same way, it is composed for different purposes such as entertainment for marketplace, religious and ceremonial purposes among other reasons. Similar to gospel music, Christian music has become a great boom in award winning events.