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Feb 20
February
Singer
Jazz
Nancy Wilson
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Mar 27
March
Jazz
Singer
Pianist
Baptist
Sarah Vaughan
New Jersey
Apr 7
April
Singer
Jazz
Billie Holiday
Pennsylvania
Apr 15
April
Singer
Jazz
Harlem Renaissance
Baptist
Bessie Smith
Smith (1894 - 1937) was known as the Empress of the Blues and was preeminent during the Jazz Age and Harlem Renaissance.
Tennessee
Apr 25
April
Jazz
Singer
AME
Ella Fitzgerald
"The First Lady of Song", Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996) was the 20th century's preeminent jazz vocalist renowned for her pure tone, impeccable diction, scat singing mastery, and critically acclaimed interpretations of the Great American Songbook. She was also the first black woman to win a grammy. Over her six-decade career, she set vocal excellence standards, influenced multiple genres, and amassed top accolades including 13 Grammys, 1 Grammy Lifetime Achievement award, and the National Medal of Arts.
Virginia
Jun 3
June
Jazz
Singer
Cotton Club
Harlem Renaissance
Author
Josephine Baker
Missouri
Jul 6
July
Singer
Jazz
Phyllis Hyman
A talented singer-songwriter and actress, who was a beloved figure in the music industry who is remembered for her for her significant contributions to R&B and jazz. She left a permanent mark with her powerful vocal range, captivating voice, stunning beauty, and undeniable stage presence.
Pennsylvania
Aug 14
August
Entrepreneur
Jazz
Singer
Catholic
Harlem Renaissance
Ada "Bricktop" Smith 
Ada Beatrice Queen Victoria Louise Virginia Smith, called "Bricktop" for her fiery red hair, led an extraordinary life and was known by many names including The Queen of Paris Nightclubs.
West Virginia
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