Celebrating B.B. King: The Reigning King of Blues
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Riley B. King, better known as B.B. King, an American singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer who fundamentally shaped the... Read More
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Celebrating Jessye Norman: A Luminary in Opera
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Jessye Norman, an extraordinary American opera singer and recitalist whose commanding presence and exceptional vocal talent captivated audiences around... Read More
“Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” “Cannonball” Adderley: Happy Birthday
Today, we celebrate the birth of one of jazz music’s most iconic figures, Julian Edwin “Cannonball” Adderley, born on September 15, 1928. As an American... Read More
African-American Royal Celebrities Crossword Puzzle
Dive into the world of African-American Royal Celebrities in music and culture with this themed crossword puzzle. Each clue points to a celebrity whose nickname... Read More
Barry Harris is Passing It On |1994-3
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New York’s Symphony Space, at 95th Street and Broadway, is a former movie house with an unassuming facade, but great things are known to take... Read More
Oscar Peterson — a unique joyful masterful jazz pianist
Oscar Peterson, a luminary in the world of jazz, was a Canadian pianist and composer. He was born, August 15, 1925, in Montreal Quebec. His... Read More
Lorez Alexandria — a 20th century Underrated Jazz Vocalist
Lorez Alexandria, born Dolorez Alexandria Turner, on August 14, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, was a jazz singer whose talent has often been overshadowed by more... Read More
Birthday Greetings Patti Austin — Keep the Music Playing
Patti Austin, born on August 10, 1950, is an esteemed singer and songwriter whose musical career spans several decades. Her contributions to the music industry... Read More