Singing Towards the Future: The Story of Portia White
No. of pages 72
Published: 2008
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"Singing Towards the Future: The Story of Portia White" by Lian Goodall tells the inspiring true story of Portia White, a Black Canadian opera singer who broke barriers in the mid-20th century. Born in a small Nova Scotia community, Portia faced societal prejudices and personal challenges on her journey to becoming the first Black Canadian to achieve international fame in classical music. Through dedication and talent, she not only captivated audiences with her powerful voice but also paved the way for future generations of artists. The book highlights her contributions to music and her enduring legacy as a trailblazer for racial equality. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Stories Of Canada .
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 72 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Napoleon Publishing .
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