
Today in women's history: Remembering jazz singer Sarah Vaughan
Sarah Vaughan was renowned for her melodic improvising, wide vocal range and extraordinary technique.

Today in women’s history: Singer Rosetta Tharpe was born
Known as a pioneer of 20th-century music, "Sister" Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915 - October 9, 1973) was a singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist.
Jazz fest hears preview of tribute to Dr. King
SAN FRANCISCO - For some years now, bassist, composer, band leader and educator Marcus Shelby has been bringing to musical life some of the most dramatic and significant episodes in American freedom and civil rights struggles.

