Summary

Alberta Hunter Blues singer Alberta Hunter out of retirement at age 82. performs ""My Castle's Rockin, and ""You've Got to Reap Just What You Sow"" Alberta Hunter (April 1, 1895 ? October 17, 1984) was an American blues singer, songwriter, and nurse. Her career had started back in the early 1920s, and from there on, she became a successful jazz and blues recording artist, being critically acclaimed to the ranks of Ethel Waters and Bessie Smith. In the 1950s, she retired from performing and entered the medical field, only to successfully resume her singing career in her 80s.

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Title: The Dick Cavett Show (PBS)
Date: Jan 9, 1978
Description: Alberta Hunter Blues singer Alberta Hunter out of retirement at age 82. performs ""My Castle's Rockin, and ""You've Got to Reap Just What You Sow"" Alberta Hunter (April 1, 1895 ? October 17, 1984) was an American blues singer, songwriter, and nurse. Her career had started back in the early 1920s, and from there on, she became a successful jazz and blues recording artist, being critically acclaimed to the ranks of Ethel Waters and Bessie Smith. In the 1950s, she retired from performing and entered the medical field, only to successfully resume her singing career in her 80s.
Clip ID: 8432_001
Length: 30
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