"The First Lady of Song" - Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald, "The First Lady of Song", was in a class of her own. She was probably the most amazing female jazz singer of all time. She was blessed with a gorgeous voice and wide range. Ella was "known for her pure and personal tone, remarkable voice control, ability to improvise, and flawless intonation and phrasing" (Feather168). The only flaw Ella was known for was her inability to sing the downbeat; all of songs were …

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