1926: The Nazarene Congregational Church Choir recorded “Bye and Bye” in NYC. The recording appeared on Black Patti 8018, Gennett 6004, Champion 15358, Herschel Gold Seal 2016, Silvertone 5022, and Herwin 92002. A royalty accounting for the Champion release was sent to Harrison G. Smith and noted sales of 547 in 1927 and 1928.
Gennett Records Discography 