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Mattiwilda Dobbs

Mattiwilda Dobbs, the famous opera singer who refused to perform before segregated audiences

Mattiwilda Dobbs, the famous opera singer who refused to perform before segregated audiences

When her father advised her to go to New York City to take courses to improve her voice, she was eyeing a music genre which was unfamiliar to many Black music artists. Mattiwilda Dobbs wanted to be an opera singer though there were limited opportunities for African Americans in this space. She was confident she…

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