Karen Strid-Chadwick presents Jazz Legend Ella Fitzgerald
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Professor Karen Strid-Chadwick, UAA Department of Music, explores the extraordinary life and accomplishments of American jazz and song vocalist Ella Fitzgerald. Everyone is invited to listen and celebrate the 100th anniversary of the “First Lady of Jazz", Ella Fitzgerald. This event provides an excellent introduction to American jazz for music lovers everywhere.
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