Fanny Crosby

Fanny Crosby (1820–1915) was an American composer, poet and singer.

Also recorded as Frances Jane van Alstyne; Frances "Fanny" Jane Crosby; Frances (“Fanny”) Jane Crosby.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Frances Jane Crosby.

Born at Brewster in 1820, died at Bridgeport in 1915.

In detail

training under George Frederick Root is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is poetry. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are hymn.

Distinctions recorded are Gospel Music Hall of Fame.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Fanny Crosby”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q257456: Fanny Crosby

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