Middleton, Velma. (1917-1961)
Signed Photograph
Signed doubleweight photograph American jazz vocalist who performed with Louis Armstrong from 1942 until her death, inscribed to the photographer Nat Singerman in the upper right corner: "To Nat, my pal, always, Velma Middleton." 8 x 10 inches. Tape remnants at the left edge, else fine.From the collection of Nat Singerman, a professional photographer and co-owner of Character Arts Photo Studio in Cleveland, Ohio during the 1940's and 1950's. During this period he met and befriended many jazz legends who performed at clubs in and around Cleveland and Chicago He took many photographs of performances as well as numerous candid shots taken backstage. He also hosted jam sessions and dinners at his studio where other images from the archive were shot. (14591)
Signed Photograph Jazz