Nannie C. Burden facts for kids
Nannie C. Burden (1891–1947) was a talented singer and a leader in her community in New York City. She was known for her beautiful, high singing voice, called a coloratura soprano. She was also very active in women's clubs and even ran for political office. People described her as one of the most charming and skilled African American singers of her time.
A Voice That Soared
Nannie Burden was an amazing opera singer. She had a special kind of voice called a coloratura soprano. This means she could sing very high notes and perform tricky, fast musical passages. Her singing was so good that people said she had an "international reputation." This means she was famous around the world. In October 1916, she performed at a church in Philadelphia, showing off her incredible talent.
Helping Her Community
Besides singing, Nannie Burden was a very active "clubwoman." This means she was involved in many women's clubs and organizations. These groups often worked to improve their communities and help people. She was part of the National Association of Colored Women. This important group worked to help African American women and their families.
Leading Women's Clubs
Nannie Burden lived at 2 Fourth Street, Nicholas Place, Apartment 42 in New York City. She was a strong leader. In 1929, she became the regional president of the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs. This was a big group of women's clubs across New York State. She also led the Burden Artist Bureau. This organization helped artists, and Julia P. H. Coleman was its secretary.
A Legacy Remembered
Nannie C. Burden passed away in 1947. She is buried at Frederick Douglass Memorial Park on Staten Island. Years later, in 1950, a man named Robert T. Bess gave a speech honoring her. He was an investment banker, which means he helped businesses with money. He spoke about her life and achievements at the cemetery on Decoration Day.
