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Cornwall, J. Spencer

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1888 - 1983

Biographical History

J. Spencer Cornwall (1888-1983) was an author, choral conductor, composer, and arranger of music. Born in Utah, he conducted the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square from 1935 to 1957. Under his leadership it made some of its first trips outside of the United States.

Citation:
nuc87-5333: Author's Stories of our hymns (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints), 1975, c1963(hdg. on NcD rept.: Cornwall, J. Spencer; usage: J. Spencer Cornwall)

His arrangement of Come thou fount of every blessing, 2011:page 7 (Arranger J. Spencer Cornwall (1888-1983)...born at Mill Creek, Utah Territory...conductor of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square from 1935 to 1957...Under his leadership it made some of its first trips outside of the United States...wrote The story of our hymns (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)...composed music

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

J. Spencer Cornwall papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 3151
Scope and Contents

Collection contains letters, speeches, photographs, and other materials relating to J. Spencer Cornwall's activities and work with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

Dates: approximately 1916-1979
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / J. Spencer Cornwall papers

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  • Subject: Music X

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