Five Decades Later, a Tribute Is Paid to Band Leader Moten

Article about the tribute ceremony to the late Bennie Moten (1894-1935), a native Kansas Citian and "a driving force in the Kansas City jazz scene of the 1930s" and "an important influence on other musicians, including Count Basie." Description of the ceremony's features, including attendance by his widow, 80-year-old Crable Moten, and his daughter, a musical performer in the festivities.

1983-01-05

Moten, Bennie
Musicians
African Americans

Newspaper Article

The Kansas City Star

3J: 2 (Jackson County Section)

Microfilm

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