Billie Holiday
Jazz and blues icon
Jazz and blues icon
Esperanza Spalding was gifted with a natural talent for music. Not only is she an amazing jazz singer, but she can also play the upright bass at the same time, a skill that takes most musicians years to be able to do. While her music is categorized as jazz, she incorporates elements of R&B and Brazilian music into her songs.
Known worldwide as the “Queen of Salsa,” Cruz recorded more than 70 albums and received countless accolades.
Legendary singer/actor Lena Horne has fought against racism in the entertainment industry throughout her career and against racial discrimination in this country throughout her life.
Renowned South African singer and civil rights activist.
While Bea Arthur is widely recognized for her iconic roles in “Maude” and “The Golden Girls,” her life and career were rich with fascinating, lesser-known aspects.
American vocalist and pianist; prominent black female recording artist in the 1950s.
Grammy-winning Cuban singer and dancer. She co-founded the popular vocal group Cuarteto d’Aida and has collaborated with various influential Cuban musicians throughout her extensive career.
Cape Verdean singer-songwriter who left a lasting impact. With her Grammy-winning album “Voz d’Amor,” her voice resonated worldwide.
Mahalia Jackson (1911–1972) was an American gospel singer, widely considered one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century.