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References
- ↑ "Praeludium (Ballet choreographed by Martha Graham)". Performing Arts Encyclopedia , Library of Congress. Retrieved 29 January 2016.
- ↑ Fisher, Marjory M. (March 31, 1936). "Martha Graham Dances Before 3000 Auditors". San Francisco News. Retrieved 29 January 2016.
- ↑ Freedman, Russell (1998). Martha Graham: A Dancer's Life . New York, Ny: Clarion Books. p. 75. ISBN 0-395-74655-8.
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