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セントルイスブルースは、言わずと知れたウイリアムＣハンディの名作
“St. Louis Blues”　Words & Music by William C. Handy
この曲は、世界中で多くの人々の心に浸透している。

Sandra Ford, Curator of the WC Handy Home & Museum in Florence, AL, explains how WC Handy became known as “The Father of the Blues.” To learn more about Handy and other creative talents featured in the Year of Alabama Arts, visit 800alabama.com/yoa

The cultural contribution of an outstanding black composer is traced in this portrait of William Christopher Handy, the man known as the “Father of the Blues.” The story reflects the political, economic and social conditions of America during the 1890s throught the 1950s, and the unique perspective of the composer of the “St. Louis Blues” and “Beale Street Blues.” His simple philosophies show how work, deterimination and talent can help one achieve his or her goals. A Vignette Films Production. 14 minutes, color. direct link to purchase video: www.phoenixlearninggroup.com