anderson, marian

A narrative poem relating the life of Marian Anderson, who despite her humble beginnings in Philadelphia, became a world-renowned singer.

The American opera contralto discusses her life and struggle to become America's first African-American opera star.

A biography of the opera and concert singer who, among other achievements, was the first African-American soloist to perform with the Metropolitan Opera Company in 1955.

A biography of African-American concert singer Marian Anderson, discussing her happy childhood in Philadelphia, her early involvement with music, her attempts to perfect her art, her European success, the discrimination she encountered in the U.S., and the impact of her fame on racism.

A biography of the famous opera singer who overcame prejudices to become the first African-American to sing a featured role with the New York Metropolitan Opera Company and who later served as a delegate to the United Nations.

Chronicles the life of singer and civil rights activist Marian Anderson.

Examines the life and important societal contributions of famous African American Marian Anderson.

The biography of an African American singer who faced discrimination and prejudice with grace and dignity and became the greatestcontralto of her time.

Chronicles the life of Marian Anderson from her childhood in Philadelphia's poorest neighborhood to her legendary career as a singer, exploring how she overcame racism and social boundaries to sing in the world's greatest concert halls.

Tells the story of the African-American singer who struggled against prejudice to become one of the great opera performers of the century.