event: Tuesday Sept 23: William 'Singing Billy' Walker: His Life and Influence on Shape Note Singing

[Will Partain]

Folks, the Spartanburg County Public Libraries are putting on an ONLINE PRESENTATION via Zoom on...

William 'Singing Billy' Walker: His Life and Influence on Shape Note Singing

"On the eve of the 150th anniversary of his death, we'll take a look at one of Spartanburg's famous 19th century musicians and discuss how his work as a tune book compiler and singing school teacher continues to influence community singing across the American South."

Presented by Deborah C. Loftis, former Executive Director of The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada.

It will be 7:00-8:30 PM EDT, Tuesday, September 23, 2025

This is a virtual event. Please register via this link: https://infodepot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/IH0ZcHyfTKWOEThSvpb3BA#/registration

You will receive confirmation email with more information about the meeting.

See you there!

Will

[Will Partain]

All -- If you are unfamiliar with the life and work of William Walker (1809-1875), and wish a good introduction, then the recording of Tuesday's event/lecture may be of interest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNAeu6FpvR0

Will