Categories SAY IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY Marian Anderson And Charley Pride Both Made Black-Music History On This Date Post author By MAGNET Staff Post date January 7, 2023 67 years ago today, Marian Anderson (Philly gal!) became the first African-American singer to perform at the Metropolitan Opera; 12 years later, Charley Pride became the first African-American singer to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. ← Neil Young Released “Lucky Thirteen” 30 Years Ago Today → Bettie Serveert Released “Palomine” 30 Years Ago Today