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Sam Carrodo
Sam Carrodo was the head softball coach at Northampton Community College from 1998 until 2010. During his 13-year tenure, the softball team compiled a record of 307-63, won five Eastern Pennsylvania titles (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008) and four State Championship titles (2003, 2005, 2006 and 2008). Sam has been named EPCC Coach of the Year five times (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008), and PCAA State Coach of the Year four times (2003, 2005, 2006 and 2008). He is currently head coach at Liberty High School, a position he has held since 2015, where he was named Coach of the Year in 2015, 2017 and 2024. A graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, Sam has also served as assistant football coach at Bethlehem Catholic from 1994 – 2004, and JV softball coach, also at his alma mater. Sam was recently inducted into the Patriot’s Park Hall of Fame.
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Recent book reviews for Karen S. Barbera’s Duke Ellington: The Notes the World Was Not Ready to Hear
"This book is not only an homage to Duke Ellington. It transports the reader on a journey from the early beginnings of jazz through Sir Duke's illustrious career. The author paints a picture showcasing the brilliance and talent of a man and his musicians while pointing out glaring racial injustices. Karen S. Barbera has painstakingly researched this work to give us a rich understanding of Mr. Ellington' s music and thought process. I was entertained and enlightened. It's a wonderful read!"
JimAmazon Reviews
"Karen Barbera’s book is true tour de force! She has patiently and thoroughly researched the trajectory of Duke Ellington and long time follower and acolyte, Randall Horton. Karen’s book thoroughly covers the evolution of Duke’s genius, rise to stardom and contributions to racial justice in challenging times. This is a must read for anyone interested in Jazz and in Dukes immense contributions to this art form."
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