qlp. SALOME BEY = FIRST LADY OF THE BLUES = Booklet of 6 MNH Canada 2022

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Canada

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Mint (NH)

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Multiple

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Condition: MNH.

Grade: VF (Very Fine)
SALOME BEY"FIRST LADY OF THE BLUES"Booklet of 6 stampsCanada 2022 MNH***Note: * Stock image(s) represent this listing. ** Detailed images (if any) displayed for illustration purpose Only.***Please visit my STORE to find more similar items.***TO SAVE YOUR MONEY AND OUR TIME ON SHIPPING,PLEASE USE SHOPPING CART TO PURCHASE 2 OR MORE LOTS. * Multiple purchase will be automatically combined for a SINGLE INVOICE / PAYMENT with DISCOUNTED shipping through the Shopping Cart.** Also, you may REQUEST TOTAL from your Shopping Cart.*** For items listed in different currencies (diff. markets) you'll get different invoices.***This domestic rate stamp celebrates the life and work of Salome Bey, known as Canada’s “first lady of the blues.”The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter was an inspiration and mentor for many young Black artiststhroughout her celebrated career. She is an honorary member of the Order of Canada.The stamp features an illustration by David Belliveau of Salome during her performing years. It’s based on a photo by Doug Griffin.Born in New Jersey, Salome began her musical career with her brother and sister. Billed as Andy and the Bey Sisters, the siblings toured Europe and North America. In 1964, Salome moved to Toronto, where her popularity on the jazz club circuit earned her the moniker Canada’s “first lady of the blues.”Salome also saw success on the stage. She appeared in the Broadway musical Your Arms Too Short to Box with God, which earned her and other performers a Grammy nomination for their work on the cast album.A member of the Canadian charity Artists Against Racism, Salome created many opportunities for Black performers. In 1996, she received the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award.inkfrog terapeak

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