Blind Tom Wiggins

Head and shoulders portrait of Tom Wiggins
Tom Wiggins, 1880

Thomas "Blind Tom" Wiggins (May 25, 1849 – June 14, 1908) was an American pianist and composer.[1] He had numerous original compositions published and had a lengthy and largely successful performing career throughout the United States. During the 19th century, Wiggins was one of the best-known American performing pianists and one of the best-known Black musicians.

  1. ^ Tommasini, Anthony (March 3, 2021). "He Was Born Into Slavery, but Achieved Musical Stardom - The life and work of Thomas Wiggins, who toured as "Blind Tom," has been given more attention in recent years". The New York Times. Retrieved March 3, 2021.