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Posted by: Claudia Morales
Claudia Morales of the Music Division recounts the life and legacy of the "Salsa Queen," Celia Cruz, whose centennial of birth was commemorated this past October.
Posted in: Birthdays, Latin American History, Sheet Music, Special Collections, Vocalists, Women in Music
Posted by: Claudia Morales
On December 15, 2024, the music world celebrated the 88th birthday of "El Sonero Mayor," the legendary ten-time Grammy winner, NEA Jazz Master, American pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader and social advocate, Eddie Palmieri. As the community honors his remarkable life and legacy, we are thrilled to share highlights from our recent conversation before his performance at the historic Coolidge Auditorium on October 18, 2024.
Posted in: Birthdays, Composers, Concerts and Events, Interviews, Jazz, Latin American History, Musicians, Uncategorized