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Jester Joseph Hairston (July 9, 1901 – January 18, 2000) was an American composer, songwriter, arranger, choral conductor and actor. He was regarded as a leading expert on black spirituals and choral music.
Jester Hairston (1901-2000) was a versatile performer who acted on radio and TV, sang with the Hall Johnson Choir, and wrote popular songs like "Mary's Boy Child". He also directed choral groups, arranged film music, and appeared in movies like The Alamo and In the Heat of the Night.
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Jester Joseph Hairston (July 9, 1901 – January 18, 2000) was an American composer, songwriter, arranger, choral conductor, and actor. He was regarded as a leading expert on Negro...
Jan 21, 2000 · Jester Hairston ran naked yelling ‘Bwana, bwana!” through more Tarzan movies than he cared to remember.
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Learn about Jester Hairston, a pioneer of African-American choral music and a versatile performer in film, TV and radio. Discover his life story, achievements, and legacy in this online exhibit.
Actor: The Alamo. Composer, songwriter, conductor, singer, and actor Jester Hairston was educated at Tufts University, Juilliard, and the University of the Pacific (hon. Mus.D.). He acted on radio and television besides on film, and played Leroy on the "Amos 'n Andy" radio series for 15 years.
May 7, 2018 · Learn about the life and legacy of Jester Hairston, who collected and shared African-American spirituals with the world. Watch the documentary "Amen: The Life of Jester Hairston" and explore his digital archive at Tufts University.
