History in the Moment

September 19: Jazz Pioneer Lovie Austin Is Born

Published September 19, 2026

September 19, 1887: Cora “Lovie” Austin was born in Chattanooga. She became a pioneering pianist, composer, arranger and bandleader in Chicago's classic blues era. Source: https://www.anb.org/display/10.1093/anb/9780198606697.001.0001/anb-9780198606697-e-1802726 DJ Holland — History in the Moment Bridge City Entertainment Inc. • https://bridgecityent.com AI-generated narration. Original sample-free synthesized instrumental: “Quiet Moments,” week of September 14, 2026. #HistoryInTheMoment #OnThisDay #BlackHistory #LovieAustin #DJHolland