Elizabeth T. Greenfield
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Gosffo
N 39° 56.598 W 075° 09.542
18S E 486413 N 4421476
Greenfield's voice was full, resonant, and had remarkable range.
Waymark Code: WM8FYP
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 03/28/2010
Views: 11
Marker Text: Greenfield, who lived here, was one of the leading singers of the 19th century. Known as the "Black Swan" because of her unusual vocal range, her performances were hailed in the United States and England where she sang before the Queen.
Marker Name: Elizabeth T. Greenfield
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 01/01/1992
Marker Type: City
Location: 1013 Rodman St., Philadelphia
Category: African American, Music & Theater, Performers, Women
Website: [Web Link]
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