Jessye, Eva (Eva Alberta), 1895-1992
Person
Dates
- Existence: 18950120 - 19920221
Occupations
Places
- Coffeyville, Kan. (Place of Birth)
- Ann Arbor, Mich. (Place of Death)
- U.S. (Associated Country)
- New York, N.Y. (Residence)
Topics
Languages Used
- English
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Eva Jessye papers
Collection
Identifier: AMN-1208
Abstract
Eva Jessye was born in Coffeyville, Kansas on January 20, 1895. She attended Western University and Langston University, receiving her BA in 1919. In 1935, Jessye became the choral director for the premiere production of George Gershwin's opera Porgy and Bess. In the 1980s, Jessye was appointed the Kansas Ambassdaor for the Arts by Governor John Carlin who created the post for her.
Dates:
1942-1987, and undated