Todd Duncan papers, 1912-1998.

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Todd Duncan papers, 1912-1998.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/693782612

Scrapbooks, programs, photographs, newspapers, clippings and personal material documenting Duncan's life and career including an original score for Unchained Melody.

12 linear feet.

Bentley Historical Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7994821

Bentley Historical Library

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Gershwin, George, 1898-1937

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George Gershwin was a composer and pianist; his best-known works are Rhapsody in Blue (1924), An American in Paris (1928), "I Got Rhythm" (1930), and the opera Porgy and Bess (1935), which included the hit "Summertime". Gershwin moved to Hollywood and composed numerous film scores. He died in 1937 of a malignant brain tumor....

Duncan, Todd

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Duncan was an African American baritone singer who originated the role of Porgy in George Gershwin's folk opera Porgy and Bess. Duncan toured until 1965 and acted in two films, Syncopation and Unchained. In retirement he gave private vocal instructions. From the description of Todd Duncan papers, 1912-1998. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 693782612 American baritone. From the description of An oral history interview with Todd Duncan / conducted by P...