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15 de mai. de 2024 · Marian Anderson (born February 27, 1897, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died April 8, 1993, Portland, Oregon) was an American singer, one of the finest contraltos of her time. Her 1939 Easter Sunday concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial – after being denied the right to sing at Constitution Hall because of her race ...
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18 de mai. de 2024 · A harmonious introduction to one of our country's most important singers, Marian Anderson, Anderson is best known for her historic concert at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939, which drew an integrated crowd of 75,000 people in pre-Civil Rights America. While this momentous event showcased the uniqueness of her voice, the s
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13 de mai. de 2024 · Written by Marjory Sands. Modified & Updated: 13 May 2024. Expert Verified Editorial Guidelines. Source: Npr.org. Marian Anderson was a trailblazing contralto singer whose remarkable talent transcended racial barriers and left an indelible mark on the world of music.
24 de mai. de 2024 · My Lord, What a Morning is a gentle and engrossing memoir, abounding with the tender and inspiring stories of Marian Anderson's life in her own modest words. From her humble but proud beginnings in south Philadelphia to international vocal renown, the legendary contralto writes of triumph and adversity, of being ground
24 de mai. de 2024 · Marian Anderson was renowned for her exquisite voice; she was one of the most famous classical singers of her day. But when she wanted to perform in Washington, D.C., one theater told her she couldn't sing there — because she was Black. Fortunately, she had allies on her side, including First Lady Eleanor Rooseve
8 de mai. de 2024 · In all, Marian Anderson ended up performing in Constitution Hall five times, from 1943 to 24 October 1964 – when she began her farewell American tour with a performance in the DAR concert hall. We’ll give the last word to the Daughters of the American Revolution.
16 de mai. de 2024 · Marian Anderson, an acclaimed African American contralto, gained prominence during a time of racial segregation in the United States. Her rendition of “He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands” holds historical significance as she used her powerful voice to break barriers and promote equality through music. 4.
