Sallie Martin

Sallie Martin
The Mother of Gospel
Born(1895-11-20)November 20, 1895
Pittfield, Georgia, U.S.
DiedJune 18, 1988(1988-06-18) (aged 92)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Known forThe Sallie Martin Singers
SpouseWallace Martin[citation needed]

Sallie Martin (November 20, 1895 – June 18, 1988) was an American gospel singer referred to as the "Mother of Gospel"[1] for her efforts to popularize the songs of Thomas A. Dorsey and her influence on other artists.

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