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Play Episode 149: A Lady Leads The Band from November 26, 2019 - or check out the show notes for links to the songs, the bands and more information. There are lots of famous big band leaders, but did you know that some of them were women? In this episode, we'll hear five songs by the women who led the bands. The songs are: "Traveling Blues" by Lovie Austin And Her Blues Serenaders "Last Dollar" by Blanche Calloway and Her Orchestra "Georgia's Gorgeous Gal" by Ina Ray Hutton and Her Melodears "Honeysuckle Rose" by Mildred Bailey And Her Alley Cats "Jump Children" by International Sweethearts of Rhythm

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