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If you would like to read more in depth about Philippa Schuyler's life story check out the book, Composition in Black and White, by Kathryn Talalay. Sissieretta Jones (Prima Donna Singer) (January 5, 1869 â€" June 24, 1933) ... She began her vocal training at age 14, right after getting married to a hotel bellman. At 18, she sung for her largest crowd at the Boston's Music Hall and after the performance she was given offers to tour with the Tennesse Jubilee Singers from ...