Born: 28 June 1931, United States
Died: 4 February 1991
Country most active: United States
Also known as: Pearl Williams
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Dr. Pearl Williams-Jones (1931-1991) was a gospel musician, composer, and scholar. A native of Washington, D.C., Williams-Jones attended Howard University where she earned bachelors and masters degrees in music. She performed internationally and was a professor of music at the University of the District of Columbia.