Thomas Brigham Bishop

Thomas Brigham Bishop (June 29, 1835 - May 15, 1905) (usually referred to as T. Brigham Bishop) is best known as an American composer of popular music. Various disputed claims have been made by Bishop and others that he authored, or at least contributed to the authorship of, a number of popular 19th century songs including John Brown's Body, When Johnny Comes Marching Home, and Shoo Fly, Don't Bother Me. Bishop later had an infamous career as a bucket shop proprietor, among other schemes.

Personal facts

Thomas Brigham Bishop
Birth dateJune 29, 1835
Birth place
Maine , Wayne Maine , United States
Nationality
United States
Date of deathMay 15, 1905
Place of death
Pennsylvania , Philadelphia , United States
Resting place
Mount Peace Cemetery

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  10. http://levysheetmusic.mse.jhu.edu/otcgi/llscgi60