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Summary

Peggy Lee holds a special place in the history of American popular and jazz music. From her birth on May 26, 1920, to her final recording on August 26, 1995, to the New Yorker's obituary from February of 2002, this chronological record covers every moment of her professional life. Detailed entries describe recordings (both albums and songs), radio and television appearances, her work in films, and her songwriting efforts, drawing from interviews with Lee and others, nightclub and concert reviews, and a wealth of other sources. Appendices list CD releases of Lee's recordings and the songs she composed. Illustrated with many rare photographs.

About the Author

Author and Playwright Robert Strom lives in California. He currently working on a new book about MGM singing star, Virginia O'Brien. BearManor Media has hired him to write this book, and one other about a great character actor. His books include "Miss Peggy Lee: A Career Chronicle" (McFarland 2005) and "Lady of Burlesque: The Career of Gypsy Rose Lee" (McFarland 2010).

Product Details

  • Paperback: 311 pages
  • Publisher: McFarland
  • Arts & Photography \ Music

Summary

Peggy Lee holds a special place in the history of American popular and jazz music. From her birth on May 26, 1920, to her final recording on August 26, 1995, to the New Yorker's obituary from February of 2002, this chronological record covers every moment of her professional life. Detailed entries describe recordings (both albums and songs), radio and television appearances, her work in films, and her songwriting efforts, drawing from interviews with Lee and others, nightclub and concert reviews, and a wealth of other sources. Appendices list CD releases of Lee's recordings and the songs she composed. Illustrated with many rare photographs.

About the Author

Author and Playwright Robert Strom lives in California. He currently working on a new book about MGM singing star, Virginia O'Brien. BearManor Media has hired him to write this book, and one other about a great character actor. His books include "Miss Peggy Lee: A Career Chronicle" (McFarland 2005) and "Lady of Burlesque: The Career of Gypsy Rose Lee" (McFarland 2010).

Product Details

  • Paperback: 311 pages
  • Publisher: McFarland
  • Arts & Photography \ Music
9780786495689

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Label: MCFO
Rel. Date: 04/30/2014
UPC: 9780786495689

Miss Peggy Lee: A Career Chronicle
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Summary

Peggy Lee holds a special place in the history of American popular and jazz music. From her birth on May 26, 1920, to her final recording on August 26, 1995, to the New Yorker's obituary from February of 2002, this chronological record covers every moment of her professional life. Detailed entries describe recordings (both albums and songs), radio and television appearances, her work in films, and her songwriting efforts, drawing from interviews with Lee and others, nightclub and concert reviews, and a wealth of other sources. Appendices list CD releases of Lee's recordings and the songs she composed. Illustrated with many rare photographs.

About the Author

Author and Playwright Robert Strom lives in California. He currently working on a new book about MGM singing star, Virginia O'Brien. BearManor Media has hired him to write this book, and one other about a great character actor. His books include "Miss Peggy Lee: A Career Chronicle" (McFarland 2005) and "Lady of Burlesque: The Career of Gypsy Rose Lee" (McFarland 2010).

Product Details

  • Paperback: 311 pages
  • Publisher: McFarland
  • Arts & Photography \ Music
        
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