Composer. He was an early pioneer mid-western minister best known for his pre-civil war compositions. From the 1850s to 1864, he wrote approximately 80 songs, including "Darling Nelly Gray," "Who is He in Yonder Stall?" and "Up on the House Top." He also wrote religious hymns and was a published author of children's books.
Composer. He was an early pioneer mid-western minister best known for his pre-civil war compositions. From the 1850s to 1864, he wrote approximately 80 songs, including "Darling Nelly Gray," "Who is He in Yonder Stall?" and "Up on the House Top." He also wrote religious hymns and was a published author of children's books.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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Over The Silent Sea passed Benjamin R. Hanby, Mar 16 1867, Aged 33 years
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Composer of "My Darling Nellie Gray" and "Up On The Housetop"
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