Julia Bullock paid tribute to legendary singer Marian Anderson in NPR’s “Turning the Tables: 8 Women Who Invented Popular Music.” In Bullock’s words, “[Anderson] stood upright and sang with a balanced grace in spite of explicit prejudice and discrimination. She was a role model and guide for those who were interested in classical music, but who didn’t feel they had a place or were represented.” To read Bullock’s full comments about this notable artist, along with other brilliant voices who changed American music, click here.

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