An inspiring self-portrait of a world-renowned African American vocal artist
This is a fascinating account of a gifted woman's coming of age and rise to success at a time when black classical musicians faced barriers at every turn. Shirley Verrett possessed a talent and ambition so dazzling she could not be denied?and she became one of the most celebrated artists of her time. I Never Walked Alone draws the reader into the world of this graceful, fiery artist, dramatically telling the story of her childhood and her brilliant international career. The book is filled with behind-the-scenes tales of this diva's great performances, roles, and collaborations, offering insight into her stormy personal relationships as well as her private struggles and critical decisions. Featuring forewords and afterwords by such figures as Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Zubhin Mehta, and Claudio Abbado, this richly detailed book paints a vivid picture of a magnificent survivor and an indelible artist known around the world as the black Maria Callas.
Shirley Verrett (Ann Arbor, MI, and New York, NY) is currently Professor of Voice at the University of Michigan School of Music.
Christopher Brooks is a biographer and award-winning musicologist.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley (TP)
Published: 05/01/2003
ISBN: 9780471209911
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.70h x 6.40w x 1.17d

Review Citations: Library Journal 05/15/2003 pg. 92
Booklist 05/15/2003 pg. 1630
Ebony 08/01/2003 pg. 32
Black Issues Book Review 09/01/2003 pg. 48
New York Times 09/07/2003 pg. 24
Essence 10/01/2003 pg. 156
Choice 01/01/2004 pg. 920
Publishers Weekly 05/15/2003