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When Susan Thompson tries to reach high C

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Raymond, Lizzie B

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On cover: Sung in New York and London by Lizzie B. Raymond. Cover includes photograph of Lizze B. Raymond.Published as the musical suppelement to the New York Journal and Advertiser. Oct. 22, 1899.Summary: Susan Thompson, apparently an African American woman, goes to see a show, when another African American suggests she sing; she thinks she does well, but others realize that her voice is so bad it's entertaining.Cover design includes drawing of a woman singing while holding music.
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Scores
Created Date:
1899
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American popular songs

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Music Division. The New York Public Library

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The New York Public Library

Keywords

  1. African American Women Singers
  2. African Americans
  3. Humorous Songs
  4. Songs
  5. Women

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