However , Foster unveiled the realities of slavery in his work while also imparting dignity to African Americans in his compositions , especially as he grew as an artist .
Some interpretations of Foster 's compositions in modern times consider them to be disparaging to African Americans .
Foster unveiled the realities of slavery in Foster 's work while also imparting dignity African Americans   Americans in his compositions , especially as he grew as an artist .
Some interpretations of Foster 's compositions in modern times consider them to be disparaging to African Americans .