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Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915–1973) was an American musician, singer and guitarist.

Also recorded as Rosetta Nubin; Rosetta Tharpe; Rosetta Nubin Tharpe.

Overview

Also worked under the name Rosetta Nubin and Rosetta Tharp.

Born at Cotton Plant in 1915, died at Philadelphia in 1973.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is musician. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are blues, gospel music, rhythm and blues and jazz. Little Richard is recorded as an influence.

Residence is recorded at Chicago and New York City.

Distinctions recorded are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Arkansas Black Hall of Fame, Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame and Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Sister Rosetta Tharpe”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q438106: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

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