The Gingersnaps (1) (Sheboygan, WI)

Personnel :

Maryann Wimmer (Lead)

Judith Meyer (Baritone)

Jeanne Oehler (Bass)

Mary Gottsacer (Tenor)

Discography :

1958 - Bald Headed Papa / There Is A Little Rock And Roll In Everyones Soul (Window 1115)
1960 - Rememb'ring / A Hundred And Fifty Guys (Jupiter 305)
1960 - Be Still My Heart / If The Shoe Fits Put It On  (Jupiter 306)

Biography :

The Gingersnaps. This singing group of four teenage girls was organized in 1956 when they were freshmen at North. High School in Sheboygan. The girls are Maryann Wimmer, lead: Mary Gottsacker, tenor; Jeanne Oehler, bass, and Judy Meyer, baritone. During the first year they were organized they placed first in a state talent contest. The group has made numerous appearances in and out Babcock ' Mother!. 

The group were coached by Judith's father, John Meyer. John Meyer had helped form the Chordettes so the Gingersnaps, which included his daughter, Judith, were a similar project. Backing band, the Glaciers, included guitarist Brian Kumbalek, later known as blues artist Brian Lee.

Songs :

  
Bald Headed Papa                        If The Shoe Fits Put It On


There Is A Little Rock And Roll In Everyones Soul



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