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Marian Anderson is considered one of the most important opera performers of the 20th century. The celebrated contralto was born in South Philadelphia on Feb. 27, 1897, and played a vital role in the acceptance of African Americans in classical music and other segregated performing arts genres. This program traces the arc of Anderson’s life and her struggles against racism and poverty.

Watch • 46:47
Marian Anderson: Once in a Hundred Years
Marian Anderson: Once in a Hundred Years
Traces the arc of Marian Anderson’s life and her struggles against racism and poverty.
Special: 46:47
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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