Carol Brice was an African American contralto. She made her recital debut in 1943, that year becoming the first African-American to win the Walter Naumburg Award. Her concerts often featured the piano accompaniment of her brother, Jonathan Brice. She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, and received a bachelor of music degree at Talladega College in Alabama. Brice performed on Broadway in several well-known plays and musicals. Brice began teaching at the University of Oklahoma at Norman in 1974. She later founded the non-profit Cimarron Circuit Opera Company in Oklahoma with her husband, the baritone Thomas Carey. Jonathan Brice (b. 1911) was a concert pianist and the brother of classical singer, Carol Brice. He often accompanied her at concerts and recitals. Carol Brice (far right) and her brother, (Far left) bowing before an audience. Inscribed: Remembering the wonderful time I had in "my" Los Angeles home. All the best to you, Jonathan [and] With sincere gratitude to you both for opening your home and your hearts tous. Gratefully, Carol Brice. Written on back of photo: Photographer Howard Morehead, 2100 W. 29th Pl., RO 9676
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African American musicians African American singers Brice, Jonathan Brice, Carol, 1918-1985
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