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Dr. Samuel Floyd, Jr. discusses his book "The Power of Black Music: Interpreting Its History from Africa to the United States"

BROADCAST: Feb. 21, 1996 | DURATION: 00:32:13

Synopsis

Author Dr. Samuel Floyd discusses his projects in relation to black music and elements from his book "The Power of Black Music: Interpreting Its History from Africa to the United States." Includes an interview with Langston Hughes.

Details

Broadcast Date
Feb. 21, 1996

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
32 minutes, 13 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

African American History & Culture American History & Politics Music Music - Other Dance

People

Educators Academics

Tags

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