Deborah C. Loftis: “William ‘Singing Billy’ Walker: His Life and Influence on Shape Note Singing”

“On the eve of the 150th anniversary of his death, we’ll take a look at one of Spartanburg’s famous 19th century musicians and discuss how his work as a tune book compiler and singing school teacher continues to influence community singing across the American South.”

Spartanburg County Public Libraries presented a lecture on William ‘Singing Billy’ Walker by Deborah C. Loftis, former Executive Director of The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada.

You will receive confirmation email with more information about the meeting.