Who was the most famous pianist of the 19th century? Was it Franz Liszt or Anton Rubinstein or Frederic Chopin? Actually, it may have been “Blind Tom” Wiggins, a black slave born on a Georgia ...

Honor Juneteenth with "Take Note," and learn about Blind Tom Wiggins, a key figure in music history. In this Juneteenth episode of "Take Note," we explore the life of Blind Tom Wiggins, a classical ...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Blind from birth and born into slavery, Thomas “Blind Tom” Wiggins became one of the most prominent performers in the 19th century. Thomas “Blind Tom” Wiggins is said to be one ...

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Thomas Wiggins - better known by his stage name of "Blind Tom" - was one of the greatest performing acts of the 19th century, beginning his professional career when he was 9. Mark Twain said Wiggins, ...