Reverend William Herbert Brewster

Blues Musicians

Reverend William Herbert Brewster (1897-1987) was born in Somerville, Tennessee and is considered one of the most influential composers and writers in 20th century Gospel music.

He was Pastor of the East Trigg Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. Reverend William Herbert Brewster was inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.

Here are some websites with more information on Reverend William Herbert Brewster:

• Memphis Music Hall of Fame
• Tennessee Encyclopedia
• Discogs.com
• Revolvy.com
• Wikipedia

Reverend William Herbert Brewster is buried in New Park Cemetery, Memphis, Tennessee. We will get a photo of his grave on our next visit.

Here are some performances of Reverend W. Herbert Brewster compositions:

Mahalia Jackson, Move On Up A Little Higher

Aretha Franklin, Surely God Is Able

Hovie Lister and the Statesmen Quartet, I’m Climbing High And Higher

Mahalia Jackson, How I Got Over

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