Lewis, Bernice 2014-09-26
This interview features Bernice Lewis, who discusses her ancestry, culture, early life, upbringing, and her experiences as a performing artist and singer
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Bernice Lewis
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Date: September 26, 2014
Location: Austin, Texas
Interviewer: Andy Wilkinson
Length: 01:09:39
Abstract
Introduction, Southwest Regional Folk Alliance, Ancestry and immigration, Growing up in Boston, early life, Interest in music, singing, Returning to the guitar, Moves, picks up singing again, The Chamberlain School of Retailing, Influence of the Southwest on her, Performing in Arizona bars, Meeting Katie Lee, Her "bucket list," plans for future, Inspiration, the West, and being a Southwesterner, Andy and Bernice discuss future plans and teaching
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Transcript: Transcript available on Dspace
https://swco-ir.tdl.org/handle/10605/331038
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