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Dorothy Dandridge
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Dorothy Jean Dandridge (November 9, 1922 – September 8, 1965) was an American actress and singer, and was the first African-American to be … read moreDorothy Jean Dandridge (November 9, 1922 – September 8, 1965) was an American actress and singer, and was the first African-American to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. She performed as a vocalist in venues such as the… read moreDorothy Jean Dandridge (November 9, 1922 – September 8, 1965) was an American actress and singer, and was the first African-American to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. She performed as a vocalist in venues such as the Cotton Club and the Apollo Theater. Dorothy Dandridge first… read more -
Beryl Booker
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Beryl Booker (June 7, 1922 – September 30, 1978) was an American jazz pianist who gained some attention in the 1950s. Born in 1922 in Phila… read moreBeryl Booker (June 7, 1922 – September 30, 1978) was an American jazz pianist who gained some attention in the 1950s. Born in 1922 in Philadelphia, PA, she played with Slam Stewart's trio in 1946, and played off and on with him unti… read moreBeryl Booker (June 7, 1922 – September 30, 1978) was an American jazz pianist who gained some attention in the 1950s. Born in 1922 in Philadelphia, PA, she played with Slam Stewart's trio in 1946, and played off and on with him until 1951. She also played accompaniment for Dinah Washington. … read more -
Connie Evingson
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Airmen of Note
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Formed to carry on the musical style and tradition of Major Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra. The United States Air Force Band… read moreFormed to carry on the musical style and tradition of Major Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra. The United States Air Force Band: Airmen of Note consist of eighteen dedicated musicians who are honored to serve in the United St… read moreFormed to carry on the musical style and tradition of Major Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra. The United States Air Force Band: Airmen of Note consist of eighteen dedicated musicians who are honored to serve in the United States Air Force. Airmen of Note had a significant challenge, … read more -
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Frank Sinatra & Duke Ellington
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Ray Anthony & His Orchestra
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