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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
Learn about 2024-2025 Library of Congress Jazz Scholar Willard Jenkins' time exploring the Music Division's jazz collections. Jenkins, who is the artistic director of the DC Jazz Festival, conducted research in the archives this spring and presented a lecture on "The Enduring Importance of Jazz Archives" on June 18, 2025.
Posted in: African American History, American history, Composers, Copyright Deposits, Jazz, Musicians, Sheet Music, Women in Music
Posted by: Claudia Morales
Japanese-born pianist, composer and bandleader Hiromi Uehara, performed at the Library of Congress on Friday, November 8, 2024. Learn about her experience exploring the Library's collections and playing on George Gershwin's piano.
Posted in: Asian American History, Composers, Concerts and Events, Interviews, Jazz, Musical Instruments, Musicians, Sheet Music, Women in Music
Posted by: Claudia Morales
This season, Concerts from the Library of Congress has showcased the Library’s jazz collections for the esteemed performing artists who have appeared on the series. We are dedicated to fostering reflection and perspective by connecting these artists with our varied collection, ensuring that the work of major artists from the past century remains available to …
Posted in: Composers, Concerts and Events, Holidays, Instrumentalists, Interviews, Jazz, Musicians, Research Guides, Sheet Music, Special Collections, Staff Interviews, Women in Music