african american singers

Profiles the life of African-American contralto Marian Anderson, discussing her childhood, early love of music, study under Giuseppe Boghetti, and success in Europe and the United States.

Presents a short biography of the life and career of singer Marian Anderson and how she overcame racial obstacles to become one of the most famous singers of the early twentieth century.

Tells the life story of singer Mario, describing his childhood in Baltimore, his mother's support of his talent from a young age, his respect for such singers as Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, and his ambition.

Susan Duff is taken off guard when Wesley Williamson, a former lover, arrives at her door requesting she train his chauffeur in the ways of voice and performance, leading them to an interlocked destiny that changes both their lives forever.

A brief biography of African-American actress Raven-Symone, that profiles her life and successful career.

In the late 1940s and early 1950s Doris Winter follows her dream to be a singer, eventually rising from church choir member to pop star.

A biography of legendary vocalist Billie Holiday, drawing from interviews with people who knew and worked with the singer, as well as newspaper accounts, court records, and FBI and police files, to present an account of her life, career, and musical legacy.

Contains volumes nine through twelve of the Cheetah Girls novels in which the group is accused of stealing lyrics, Chantal must decide whether to stay with the Cheetahs or follow her dream of becoming a ballerina, Dorinda is torn between loyalty to her sister and the band, and music producer Mouse Almighty offers to produce their demo tape.

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

A biography of the black man who broke the color line in country music.