Harper, Redd, 1903-1992

Variant names
Dates:
Birth 1903-09-29
Death 1992-02-16

Biographical notes:

Gospel singer, songwriter, musician, radio broadcaster; born September 29, 1903; played in a dance band, wrote and produced radio programs for the Mutual Network, and originated and produced REDD HARPER'S HOLLYWOOD ROUNDUP; began writing evangelistic music after his conversion (ca. 1950); received the ASCAP award for song writing, 1954; appeared in several films including the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's MR. TEXAS (1951) AND OILTOWN, USA (1953) and afterward used the character name, Mr. Texas, professionally; appeared as a guest at BGEA crusades and events, 1953-1956; began own evangelistic career, 1956.

From the description of Audio tapes of Redd Harper, n.d. (Wheaton College). WorldCat record id: 30767807

Links to collections

Comparison

This is only a preview comparison of Constellations. It will only exist until this window is closed.

  • Added or updated
  • Deleted or outdated

Information

Permalink:
SNAC ID:

Subjects:

  • Evangelistic work
  • Gospel music
  • Gospel musicians
  • Hymns, English
  • Hymn writers
  • Music

Occupations:

not available for this record

Places:

  • United States (as recorded)