Jester Hairston
Born: 9th July 1901, Belews Creek, North Carolina, United States
Died: 18th January 2000, Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality: American
Jester Joseph Hairston was an American composer, songwriter, arranger, choral conductor and actor. He was regarded as a leading expert on black spirituals and choral music. His notable compositions include "Amen", a gospel-tinged theme from the film Lilies of the Field and a 1964 hit for the Impressions, and the Christmas song "Mary's Boy Child".
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