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Jester Hairston
Jester Hairston composer / arranger
date of birth: 09.07.1901
date of death: 18.01.2000
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 Black spirituals and choral music. His notable compositions include "Amen," a gospel-tinged theme from the film Lilies of the Field and a 1963 hit for The Impressions, and the Christmas song "Mary's Boy Child".
