Biography
The Johnny Mann Singers
Effective period / Period of releases: 1956 - 2005
Members: Loulie Jean Norman, Thurl Ravenscroft, Bill Cole (2), Don Shelton (2), John Guarnieri (2), Bob McFadden, Johnny Mann, Hedy West, Sally Sweetland, Dick Wessler, Ted Willis, Karen Wessler, Jesse White, David McDaniel, Tom Traynor, Ruth Buzzi, Jackie Miller, Gerry Matthews, Madeline Vergari, Ada Beth Lee
American vocal group formed by Johnny Mann (August 30, 1928 - June 18, 2014), composer, arranger, conductor, entertainer and recording star, best known for the over 40 albums arranged for his group of super-talented young singers appeared with him in Chevrolet's weekly syndicated series "Stand Up And Cheer" which enjoyed a three-year run on national TV and many tours around the country, resulting in two Grammy Awards. Johnny got his start in Hollywood arranging scores, then became the choral director of the "NBC Comedy Hour" which led to the formation of The Johnny Mann Singers and a record contract.Home label was Liberty Records between 1956-1969.