February 19: Nina Simone: The Power of Protest Through Music
A Daily Journey Through Black History Month Story Nina Simone, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in 1933, was more than a musician — she was a... Read More
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February 18: Bessie Smith: Jazz’s First Superstar
A Daily Journey Through Black History Month Story On February 21, 1901, Bessie Smith, the “Empress of the Blues,” was born. With her powerful voice... Read More
February 17: Thomas A. Dorsey
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The Father of Gospel Music Story Thomas A. Dorsey, often called the “Father of Gospel Music,” revolutionized religious... Read More
February 16: Ma Rainey
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The Mother of Blues Story Ma Rainey, born in 1886, is often called the “Mother of the Blues.”... Read More
February 15: John Coltrane
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month A Jazz Genius Ahead of His Time Story On February 18, 1927, John Coltrane recorded his first solo... Read More
February 14: Scott Joplin
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The King of Ragtime Story Scott Joplin, often referred to as “The King of Ragtime,” revolutionized American music with his... Read More
February 12: Art Tatum
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The Poet of the Piano Story On February 12, 1909, Art Tatum, one of the most virtuosic jazz pianists... Read More
February 11. Ella Fitzgerald
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A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The First Lady of Song Story Ella Fitzgerald, born in 1917, is widely celebrated as one of the greatest... Read More