Jazzwomen History

Daily Koz: Women in Jazz

by Evolution

11 years ago

KQED Arts: Sexism at Its Worst? The History of Jazz Is Full of It

by Jonathan Curiel

11 years ago

NPR: A DIY Guide To The History Of Women In Jazz

by Lara Pellegrinelli

12 years ago

International Sweethearts of Rhythm

1.88k

Compilation of Sweethearts of Rhythm Tunes

The International Sweethearts of Rhythm were the top female jazz/swing band of the 1940's, although they don't get as much recognition as Duke Ellington or Count Basie, and were never inducted into the Jazz or Swing Hall of Fame.

by MusicandDancing4Ever

10 years ago

1.71k

Conversation with Former Members of the Band

In this onstage conversation, members of the International Sweethearts of Rhythm discuss the history of women in jazz and the legacy of the Sweethearts. Founded in 1937, the International Sweethearts of Rhythm was the nation's first, integrated, female big band.

by Smithsonian

14 years ago

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