#OTD Marian Anderson joined the ancestors joined the ancestors (Feb 27, 1897 - Apr 8, 1993). A Contralto who performed a wide range of music, from opera to spirituals. Anderson performed with renowned orchestras in major concert and recital venues throughout the United States and Europe.
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"Marian Anderson, Contralto Singer and Civil Rights Activist." Historianspeaks, April 9, 2026. https://historianspeaks.org/blog/marian-anderson-contralto-singer-and-civil-rights-activist.
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