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Chautauqua Institution and Musicians Reach Agreement  NYSMusic

Misty Blues Join Universal Preservation Hall for Virtual Concert  NYSMusic

Frank Gallagher Hosts Soundman Confidential, featuring Talking Heads and B-52’s members  NYSMusic

Louis Armstrong: Pioneer of Jazz  NYSMusic

Billie Holiday was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia. Over the course of her career, she became one of the greatest singers, influencing generations. #harlemrenaissance #billieholiday #countbasie

Cabell “Cab” Calloway III was born on Christmas Day 1907 in Rochester, living on Sycamore St. His mother was a church organist and his father a lawyer. #harlemrenaissance #AdelaideHall #cabcalloway

Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller was born to Adeline Locket Waller, a musician and Rev. Edward Martin Waller, a trucker and pastor in New York C #harlemrenaissance #AdelaideHall #FatsWaller

Harlem Renaissance: Ethel Waters Breaking Barriers  NYSMusic

Bessie Smith: The Empress of the Blues  NYSMusic

The Harlem Renaissance: ‘Count’ing Basie’s Life and Legacy  NYSMusic

The Harlem Renaissance: Duke Ellington  NYSMusic

The 1920’s and 30’s mark the Harlem Renaissance, a watershed moment for the country, especially within music and the arts. #harlemrenaissance #AlhambraBallroom #ApolloTheater

Neil Young Releases Bootleg of 1970 Carnegie Hall Performance  NYSMusic

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