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Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band - Harris Theater Online


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This 2015 Film Chronicles the music, life and importance of Pittsburgh’s Mary Lou Williams

During an era when Jazz was the nation's popular music, Mary Lou Williams was one of its greatest innovators. As both a pianist and composer, she was a font of daring and creativity who helped shape the sound of 20th century America. And like the dynamic, turbulent nation in which she lived, Williams seemed to redefine herself with every passing decade.

60 Minutes

Directed by Carol Bash