LESTER, JULIUS B.
(*1939)> WRITER
LESTER, JULIUS B. Writer (27 January 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri). Although a writer by profession, he was also active as a musician, particularly in the field of folk music. He obtained his education at Fisk University (B.A., 1960). He directed the Newport Folk Festival (1966-68), served as associate editor of Sing Out (1964-), and published The 12-String Guitar as Played by Leadbelly with Pete Seeger (1965). He also sang professionally and recorded folk music. BIBL: Sort…