Musical work
gospel singer; songwriter; pianist; choir leader. Instruments recorded in the collection: piano; voice. Genres: gospel; R&B; worship.
Evidence and identity
Journal of Gospel Music and Baptist Messenger sources support Oklahoma City birth, church training, Nu Praze, and later Oklahoma activity; birth year and current chronology remain open
Oklahoma Gospel in OK Hands with James A. Willis Jr.
Profile identifies Oklahoma City birth, Jessie Mae Renfro Sapp choir training, Oklahoma City television work, Nu Praze, and Greater Oklahoma Mass Choir activity.
Minister James Willis and Nu Praze Choir
Report identifies Minister James Willis and the Nu Praze Choir from Oklahoma City leading worship.
James Willis and Nu Praze artist page
Page identifies Willis as Minister of Music at Prospect Church in Oklahoma City and describes the Nu Praze Chorale.
Sources
- journalofgospelmusic.com/gospel/oklahoma-gospel-in-ok-hands-with-james-a-willis-jr/
- www.baptistmessenger.com/2023-womens-retreat-blesses-throughout-oklahoma-provides-restful-weekend-and-sweet-fellowship/
- www.gospelengine.com/admin/youtube/32/james-willis-and-nupraze-official-music-video-ill-praise-him