Marian Anderson’s Voice Carries
- Marian Anderson’s Voice Carries
Marian volleys arias unheard until this moment. Her voice cradles Verdi, rising then falling The Met Opera debut heralds first black while she sings “Un Ballo in Maschera,” notes taking her to the White House. She stood even prouder before that speech on Lincoln’s steps singing freedom songs. [End Page 65]
Tara Betts
Tara Betts is the author of Arc and Hue (Aquarius Press). She teaches creative writing at Rutgers University and writing workshops with teens. Betts attended the Cave Canem workshop and is a graduate of the New England College MFA Program. For more information, visit www.tarabetts.net .
