Simon Estes: In His Own Voice [With CD]

By Simon Estes and Mary Swanson

Book Overview

The dramatic autobiographical story of the internationally-acclaimed opera star and bass baritone, Simon Estes, and how faith and integrity helped him triumph over adversity and discrimination. Telling his inspiring life story, from his family's history of slavery and struggle to him performing for presidents, popes, world leaders, and celebrities, Simon shares how his determination, positivity, and strong faith in God led him to center stage. Filled with photographs, memos, and detailed stories, get a first-hand account into the life and career of Simon Estes.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1890621013
• ISBN13: 9781890621018
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Landauer (IL)
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 2.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 10.3"

Customer Reviews

A superb African American biography.

This biography of classical singer Estes charts the rise of a grandson of a slave to a father who became a talented performing artist, singing for queens and kings and world leaders. A music cd displays the extent of his vocal talents while chapters reveal his childhood, upbringing, and involvements in the music world.