tharpe, rosetta

Provides a picture book biography of musician Sister Rosetta Tharpe, describing the influences of her early life and how they became formative to her development as a musician and to her style of play.

"An inspiring true story about the life, career, and impact of twentieth-century blues and gospel singer Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who was a trailblazer for rock and roll. Before there was Elvis, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and Johnny Cash, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe"--Provided by publisher.

"A picture book biography of pioneering guitarist Sister Rosetta Tharpe"--Provided by publisher.

Rosetta could sing and play guitar as no one had ever before. From her church's stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. With it, she also helped invent rock and roll!.