Hayes, Roland, 1887-1977
Roland Hayes (1887-1977) was the first black classical singer to break the color barrier. Born in Curryville (Gordon County, Ga.), he started singing in the Mount Zion Baptist Church in Flatwoods (Ga.) which was founded by his mother. Hayes moved to Boston, Massachusetts to start his musical career, later farmed in Flatwoods, but returned to Boston where he died in 1977.
From the description of Roland Hayes papers, 1939, 1977 [microform]. (Shorter University, Livingston Library). WorldCat record id: 38727636
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