Carmen McRae
Vocal jazz, Musical Artist
1920 – 1994
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Who was Carmen McRae?
Carmen Mercedes McRae was an American jazz singer, composer, pianist, and actress. Considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century, it was her behind-the-beat phrasing and her ironic interpretations of song lyrics that made her memorable. McRae drew inspiration from Billie Holiday, but established her own distinctive voice. She went on to record more than 60 albums, enjoying a rich musical career, performing and recording in the United States, Europe, and Japan.
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- Born
- Apr 8, 1920
Harlem - Also known as
- Carmen McCrea
- Carmen Mc Rae
- Carmen McCrae
- Carmen Mercedes McRae
- McRae, Carmen
- Carman McRae
- Parents
- Spouses
- Kenny Clarke
(1944 - 1956) - Ike Isaacs
(1950 - )
- Kenny Clarke
- Ethnicity
- African American
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Julia Richman High School
- Died
- Nov 10, 1994
Beverly Hills
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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