Marian Anderson

African-American contralto (1897–1993)

Marian Anderson, born Marian Elina-Blanche Anderson (February 27, 1897 – April 8, 1993) was an American contralto. She 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 between 1925 and 1965.

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