John Wesley Work III
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Not to be confused with his father, John Wesley Work Jr..
John Wesley Work III (July 15, 1901 – May 17, 1967) was an American composer, educator, choral director, musicologist and scholar of African-American folklore and music.
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Born | (1901-07-15)July 15, 1901 Tullahoma, Tennessee, United States |
Died | May 17, 1967(1967-05-17) (aged 65) |
Education | Fisk University, Columbia University |
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Known for | Specialist in African American folklore and music |
Parent(s) | John Wesley Work, Agnes Haynes Work |
Family | Frederick Jerome Work (uncle), Julian Work (brother) |
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