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Hazel Scott (1920-81) was born in Trinidad, moved to New York City at the age of four, and by the age of eight she had earned a special scholarship from the Juilliard School. She flourished as a jazz singer and classical pianist, able to combine both styles of music at the keyboard. After a short but significant film career, Scott became the first Black performer to host her own nationally syndicated television show.
Jane Ellen shares her eclectic interests with Oasis audiences from her island home on Florida’s Space Coast. Specializing in music and entertainment history, she especially enjoys exploring the artist behind the art. Jane’s presentations benefit from her gifts as a storyteller, independent scholar, performer, and composer.
