JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Motor City magician.

  • Published In: Jazzwise Magazine, 2025, n. 310. P. 19 1 of 3

  • Database: Music Index with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nicholson, Stuart 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the life and contributions of Terry Pollard, a Detroit-born pianist and vibraphonist who was a pioneering female jazz musician. Pollard, a child prodigy and largely self-taught, gained recognition in the jazz scene at a young age and was invited to join prominent ensembles led by jazz legends such as Charlie Parker and Terry Gibbs. Despite her talent and success, she chose to prioritize her family life in 1960, stepping back from the national stage. Pollard's legacy includes her work with Gibbs, where she showcased her remarkable skills, and her influence as a trailblazer for women in jazz. She passed away on December 16, 2009, at the age of 88. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Jazzwise Magazine. 2025/09, Issue 310, p19
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1368-0021
  • Accession Number:187250958
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