Title Page | Collection Summary | Biographical/Organizational Note | Scope and Content | Arrangement
Collection Summary
| Title | Bertha W. Edwards collection on Hiram Simmons, 1907-1980 |
|---|---|
| Inclusive Dates | 1907-1980 |
| Bulk Dates | 1919-1927 |
| Call No. | ML31.S54 |
| Creator | Edwards, Bertha W. |
| Extent | 27 items |
| Extent | 1 container |
| Extent | 1 linear foot |
| Language | Collection material in English |
| Location | Music Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. |
| Finding Aid Permalink | Cite or bookmark this finding aid as: https://hdl.loc.gov/loc.music/eadmus.mu021003 |
| LCCN Permalink | LC Catalog record: https://lccn.loc.gov/2016570611 |
| Summary | Hiram Simmons (1874–1938) was a Black composer and musician in Portsmouth, Virginia, known primarily for his gospel music. He also worked as an educator, music publisher, and organist. The Simmons material collected by Portsmouth librarian Bertha W. Edwards includes published music, one photograph, and a biographical sketch. |