Hall Johnson photographs, 1933-1939

Summary

Creator:

Johnson, Hall, 1888-1970

Date:

1933-1939

Extent:

1 folder(s)

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Hall Johnson photographs, ms3487, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of seven photographs depicting members of the Hall Johnson Choir during the 1930s. The collection also includes a photograph of Hall Johnson conducting, inscribed by Johnson, dated January 1, 1933.

Biographical / historical:

Hall Johnson (1888-1970) was a highly regarded African American choral director, composer, arranger, and violinist. For further information, see Hall Johnson in the New Georgia Encyclopedia.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

African American musicians -- Georgia
African American choirs
Photographs.

Preferred citation:

Hall Johnson photographs, ms3487, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.