This week's open thread will highlight the talents of some lesser known scat and bebop singers. Betty Carter (born Lillie Mae Jones, May 16, 1929 – September 26, 1998) was an American jazz singer known for her improvisational technique, scatting and other complex musical abilities that demonstrated her vocal talent and imaginative interpretation of lyrics and … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Scat and Bebop Singers
Betty Carter
Monday Open Thread: Scat and Bebop Singers
This week's open thread will highlight the talents of some lesser know scat and bebop singers. Betty Carter (born Lillie Mae Jones, May 16, 1929 – September 26, 1998) was an American jazz singer known for herimprovisational technique, scatting and other complex musical abilities that demonstrated her vocal talent and imaginative interpretation of lyrics and melodies. The … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Scat and Bebop Singers
Friday Evening Thread: Quincy Week part II
Lena Horne - A Lady Must Live and Life Goes On … [Read more...] about Friday Evening Thread: Quincy Week part II
Thursday Afternoon Thread: Quincy Week!
Ray Charles - One Mint Julep (Ray is killin it on that organ!) … [Read more...] about Thursday Afternoon Thread: Quincy Week!
Sunday Open Thread: P.O.U. Sunday Jazz Brunch
GOOD MORNING P.O.U.! As you indulge in your Sunday breakfast/brunch, enjoy the sounds of Betty Carter Live at the Hamburg Jazz Festival in 1993: … [Read more...] about Sunday Open Thread: P.O.U. Sunday Jazz Brunch