Eddie Cantor: Early Years, Vaudeville Star (1910-1919)
Comprehensive Introduction
Eddie Cantor, born Isidore Itzkowitz in New York City in 1892, rose from the bleak realities of an
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Earl Fuller's Famous Jazz Band: Ragtime Pioneers
Earl Fuller's Famous Jazz Band occupies a crucial, if somewhat under-acknowledged, position in the genesis of jazz music.
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Charles King: Ragtime Star of the 1910s
Comprehensive Introduction
Charles King. The name itself might not immediately conjure images of roaring crowds or platinum records. But transport
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Belle Baker: The Queen of Jazz Ballads | 1910s Singer
Belle Baker, a name synonymous with heartfelt ballads and early jazz inflections, reigned as a prominent vocalist during the 1910s.
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Arthur Collins: Ragtime Royalty & Vaudeville Star
Arthur Collins, a name synonymous with the vibrant sounds of early 20th-century American entertainment, carved a prominent niche for himself
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Art Hickman: The Whiteman Before Whiteman | Roaring 20s Jazz
Before the "King of Jazz" Paul Whiteman reigned supreme, there was Art Hickman, a bandleader who arguably laid
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Anna Chandler: Ragtime Queen of the 1910s - A-1910-004
Anna Chandler: Ragtime Queen of the 1910s
A Vaudeville Star's Enduring Legacy (A-1910-004)
Comprehensive Introduction
Anna Chandler, a
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Alma Gluck: Pioneering Opera Star & Recording Artist
Comprehensive Introduction
Alma Gluck, born Reba Fiersohn in Iasi, Romania, in 1884, was more than just a celebrated soprano; she
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Al Jolson: The World's Greatest Entertainer (1910-1919)
Al Jolson. The name conjures images of a bygone era, of packed theaters, a spotlight illuminating a figure in blackface,
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Wilbur Sweatman: Early Jazz Pioneer & Clarinet Virtuoso
Explore the innovative ragtime of Wilbur Sweatman (1900-1909). Discover his groundbreaking clarinet techniques and influence on early jazz. #WilburSweatman #Ragtime
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Victor Herbert
Explore the life and music of Victor Herbert, the celebrated composer of American operetta. Learn about his waltzes, innovations, and lasting influence.
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Vesta Victoria
Explore the career of Vesta Victoria, a leading Music Hall star of the 1900s. Discover her hits, style, and impact on early 20th-century entertainment.
