Curations from the Human Jungle
[No wonder Lady sang the blues. Her 23 word opening is recognized as a compact and laser-like way to begin a complex and oft-told story. SB SM] Legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday's autobiography is considered an American classic. Co-written with author and journalist William Dufty at a point when much had already been written about... Continue Reading →
Today's encore selection -- from Billie Holiday by John Szwed. Legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday's autobiography is considered an American classic. Co-written with author and journalist William Dufty at a point when much had already been written about her, it is titled Lady Sings the Blues: "When Dufty asked her if she had ever read anything written about her... Continue Reading →