Firestarters - The Trailblazing Females of the Jazz & Big Band Era

Abstract: A 5 page paper that examines the sexism and racism that faced female performers during the jazz and big band era of the 1930s and 1940s. Discussed is the resistance and non-acceptance that confronted these performers as well as the innovation and persistence used by legendary performers such as Billy Tipton in conquering these obstacles. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Filename: LCfire.doc

Pages: 5

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Catagory: Film & Television

Subcatagory: Music, Film, Television, Theater & Photography

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