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This exciting encyclopedia includes an entire section on the history of
Released in July 2008
Dr. Tammy Kernodle
Dr.
Tammy L. Kernodle, Associate Professor of
Musicology, graduated "cum laude" with a BM in choral music
education and piano from Virginia State University in Petersburg,
Virginia. Ms. Kernodle received a MA and PhD in Music History from The
Ohio State University. Her scholarship has focused mainly on various
genres of African American music, American music and jazz. Kernodle
has served as the Scholar in Residence for the Women
in Jazz Initiative at the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City, Missouri
and has lectured extensively on the operas of William Grant Still, the
life and religious compositions of jazz pianist and composer Mary Lou
Williams. Her work has appeared in "Musical Quarterly,"
"American Music Research Journal," and a new anthology
addressing the contributions of women to music entitled "Women's
Voices across Musical Worlds."
She is the author of the biography, Soul on Soul: The Life and Music of Mary Lou Williams (Northeastern University Press) which chronicles the life and music of Williams, whose career in jazz spans over six decades.
"Soul on Soul offers valuable insights about how gender shaped the opportunities and reputations of the first generation of jazz women... a balanced reading of this legendary jazz pianist... Kernodle's study... establishes a rightful place for Williams as a jazz pioneer." --Register of the Kentucky Historical Society
Pianist, composer, and arranger, Mary Lou Williams (1910–1981), was one of the most significant and influential artists in the history of jazz. A versatile musical genius who experimented with and mastered most of the emerging styles in jazz's evolution, Williams wrote and arranged for such greats as Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman, and she was friend, mentor, and teacher to the likes of Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, and Dizzy Gillespie. Yet throughout her prolific career of nearly six decades, she battled as an African American woman to achieve recognition, equality, and acceptance in the male-dominated world of jazz.
This striking portrait untangles the paradoxes of an exceptionally gifted pianist who defied the odds and endured hardships to create innovative music that inspired musicians and fans alike. It celebrates her persistent yet loving spirit, extraordinary talent, and enduring body of work.
by Jan Leder
About this title: "This discography is successful in its attempt to `present a complete picture of women instrumentalists' recording activity from 1913 to 1968.' Jan Leder also shows the significant contributions made by women in jazz and their involvement playing jazz since its beginnings. The book contains two parts: Discography of Women in Jazz and Collective Section. The first section arranges names alphabetically by name of player with works arranged chronologically for each player. The second section is a chronological listing of recordings with two or more players.
Anita Davis-DeFoe, Ph.D.
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In a 30-year span, jazz vocalist and composer Joan Cartwright has become a Diva in her own right. She's toured in 15 countries and has written over 60 songs. The book contains two lectures: Amazing Women in Jazz and Blues AND So, You Want To Be A Singer? Also in the book are 35 poems and 40 songs by Diva JC, plus her memoirs and loads of photographs with jazz greats!
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Anderson String Quartet to receive Mayoral Proclamation!
Bryan Texas Mayor Mark
Conlee will honor the Marian Anderson String Quartet
with the reading of a Proclamation recognizing the
success and history of the quartet. The
reading takes place 6pm, Tuesday July 8th, 2008 at the Bryan
Municipal Building. As well, the city council
will be acknowledging our commitment to building the
community through our annual MASQ Chamber Music
Institute, which is in its 3rd year and has tripled in
size with 60 participants from all over the USA, ages
ranging from 8-76! It will also recognized as the
first of its kind in the Brazos Valley.
We look forward to seeing you there cheering us on!
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