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Preachin' the Blues

on BBC Radio 2

Bessie Smith , the Empress of the Blues, is remembered by singer George Melly in a programme that marks the centenary of her birth. The show features classic recorded Smith performances featuring
Louis Armstrong and Jack Teagarden and interviews with her niece and companion, Ruby Walker.

Contributors

Unknown:
Bessie Smith
Singer:
George Melly
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Louis Armstrong
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Jack Teagarden
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Ruby Walker.

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