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Gertrude “Ma” Rainey : Queen Mother of the classic blues / produced by Mary Drayton-Hill.
Series which showcases innovative classic repertoire from the formative period in jazz history, 1890-1940. This program explores the talent, wit, joy, pain, and worldly wisdom of one of the greatest of all blueswomen. Rainey was a performer, composer, poet, lyricist, bandleader, and teachers. The featured artist is the Aisha Kahlil Trio.|GERTRUDE “MA” RAINEY : QUEEN…