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4 days ago · 1. Who stars in The Jazz Singer? The Jazz Singer stars Al Jolson in the lead role as Jakie Rabinowitz, a young Jewish man with a talent for singing. 2. When was The Jazz Singer released? The Jazz Singer was released on October 6, 1927. 3. What makes The Jazz Singer significant?
1 day ago · Contents. Louis Armstrong. m. Louis Daniel Armstrong (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971), nicknamed " Satchmo ", " Satch ", and " Pops ", [2] was an American trumpeter and vocalist. He was among the most influential figures in jazz. His career spanned five decades and several eras in the history of jazz. [3]
1 day ago · Billie Holiday (born Eleanora Fagan; April 7, 1915 – July 17, 1959) was an American jazz and swing music singer. Nicknamed " Lady Day " by her friend and music partner, Lester Young, Holiday made a significant contribution to jazz music and pop singing.
Apr 29, 2024 · Ella Fitzgerald (born April 25, 1917, Newport News, Virginia, U.S.—died June 15, 1996, Beverly Hills, California) was an American jazz singer who became world famous for the wide range and rare sweetness of her voice. She became an international legend during a career that spanned some six decades.
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- Why is Ella Fitzgerald famous?Ella Fitzgerald’s first hit was “A-Tisket, A-Tasket” (1938). Her many subsequent recordings showcased the wide range and sweetness of her voice and...
- What was Ella Fitzgerald best known for?American jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald was best known for the wide range and rare sweetness of her voice, which was complemented by her mastery of rh...
- What awards did Ella Fitzgerald win?Ella Fitzgerald won 14 Grammy Awards during her singing career, including one for lifetime achievement. She also received a Kennedy Center Honor fo...
4 days ago · The singer was initially a jazz vocalist, but her music blossomed into an eclectic mix of jazz, pop, soul, and R&B.
Apr 26, 2024 · Diana Krall (born November 16, 1964, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada) is a Canadian jazz musician who achieved crossover success with her sultry, unforced contralto voice and her elegant piano playing.
