Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Eubie Blake (1883-1983)

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Quotation

If I'd known I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself.

Books

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AlibrisResearch

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Biographical

Jazz pianist, dancer, and composer; both of his parents had been slaves. Blake composed popular and serious music and remained active as a performer throughout his long life. [Adapted from Duke University]

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