Morning Glory

In this jazz history, music authority Linda Dahl tracks the life and career of pianist Mary Lou Williams. The engaging narrative illuminates Williams' devotion to spirituality and her determination to succeed. Despite Williams' impoverished homelife and indifferent parents, she taught herself how to read and write music and pursued public performances when she was a child. Dahl also reveals Williams' relationships with other legendary musicians, such as Duke Ellington and Dizzy Gillespie. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.