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Reef, Catherine

William Grant Still: African-American Composer

(3) 4-6 Masters of Music series. This well-documented biography introduces a talented and often-overlooked African-American composer, whose works include symphonies, ballets, and operas. Reef's informative text effectively mixes historical backdrop (segregation, civil-rights movement) with information on Still's private life and impressive accomplishments. Photos and a list of major works are included. Timeline, websites. Bib., ind.

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