Featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, The Sound of Music is based on the real-life story of the von Trapp family singers.
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Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Davis’ legacy is tied to one of the most popular singers of the past half-century.
Over the decades, jazz has been a unifying force — with Black and white musicians sharing stages, and female vocalists like Ella Fitzgerald becoming icons of independence.
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Abraham Swee,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
In My Voice delves into Wilson’s story, from her childhood in Seattle to her evolution as one of the greatest vocalists and songwriters in rock history.
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