eBay: 'Francis Johnson (1792-1844): Chronicle of a Black Musician in Early Nineteenth-Century Philadelphia'

[Francis Johnson (1792-1844): Chronicle of a Black Musician in Early Nineteenth-Century Philadelphia; Charles K. Jones; Lehigh University Press (2006)]

Francis B. Johnson (1792-1844) is profiled at AfriClassical.com, which features research and a Works List by Prof. Dominique-René de Lerma, Lawrence University Conservatory. An eBay listing offers a new copy of a 330-page 2006 biography written by Charles K. Jones and published by Lehigh University Press. The book is also available for purchase from online book retailers.

Ebay: Francis Johnson (1792-1844): Chronicle of a Black Musician in Early Nineteenth-Century Philadelphia

“Publisher's Note

A biography of black musician Francis Johnson (1792-1844), this volume describes his life and career as both a composer and performer in Philadelphia. His music was more influenced by the dominant culture, as he was not a slave, Jones argues. Jones surveys Johnson's compositions and performances, the musical culture of the period, and tours with his band to other cities in the US and Europe. Excerpts from letters and other documents are included, as well as facsimiles and some new illustrations. In addition to the general index, an index of music is supplied. The book is aimed at both general readers and music specialists. The late Jones was a composer, chronologist, and co-author of A Choice Collection of the Works of Francis Johnson. Distributed by Associated University Presses. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)”

New York Historical Society Celebrates 250th Birthday of Lafayette With Music of Francis Johnson

[The Music of Francis Johnson & His Contemporaries: Early 19th-Century Black Composers; Honor To The Brave: Gen. Lafayette's Grand March (3:57); Diane Monroe, Violin; The Chestnut Brass Company and Friends; Tamara Brooks, Conductor; Music Masters 7029-2-C (1990)]

NEW YORK, NY - History comes to life for the whole family at the New York Historical Society in celebration of the 250th birthday of our French Founding Father - Lafayette.

An engaging, uplifting, interactive exhibition, French Founding Father: Lafayette's Return to Washington's America allows people of all ages to see, touch and experience history. Start by picking up a free brochure filled with fun activities for kids to complete as they go through the exhibition.

Don't miss the fireworks display in the Great Hall in front of the mural recreating the hero's welcome Lafayette received upon his arrival in New York. Kids will recognize in the mural the harbor of today's New York and the round building of Castle Clinton that still stands in Battery Park, near where the Statue of Liberty Tour boats debark. In that very place over 6,000 elegantly dressed guests danced the night away to welcome the aging hero.

As you progress upstairs, listen to celebratory band music by Francis Johnson, a black composer who was the first major bandleader in the U.S. Full Article

[Francis B. Johnson composed Honor To The Brave: Gen. Lafayette's Grand March (3:57) and is profiled at AfriClassical.com]