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Portia White: Think On Me 2000 Directed by Sylvia Hamilton

Biography of Nova Scotia born contralto Portia White, who in the 1940' and 50's was often compared to the American Marian Anderson, covering her singing and teaching careers. Uses archival film and TV footage, excerpts from recordings, and interviews with family, friends, pupils and her accompanist, to portray a talented, dignified woman, her career shortened by mismanagement and ill health, but who left an important heritage that is remembered by those who knew her.

Countries Canada , USA
Production Country Canada
Language English
Gneres Documentary , Music
Release Date 1 January 2000
50 mins