Ella Fitzgerald

Legendary Jazz Vocalist

Ella Fitzgerald, known as the "First Lady of Song," was an American jazz vocalist renowned for her pure tone, impecca...

Louis Armstrong

Legendary Jazz Trumpeter and Vocalist

Louis Armstrong, affectionately known as "Satchmo" or "Pops," was a towering figure in the world of jazz and one of t...

Ray Ellis And His Orchestra

Swing and Big Band Era Orchestra

Ray Ellis was a prominent American record producer, arranger, and conductor. Born on July 28, 1923, in Philadelphia, ...

Velma Middleton

Jazz Vocalist and Longtime Louis Armstrong Coll...

Velma Middleton was an American jazz vocalist best known for her work with Louis Armstrong and his big bands. Born on...

Danny Kaye

Multifaceted American Entertainer and Actor

Danny Kaye was a multifaceted American entertainer known for his acting, singing, dancing, and comedic talents. Born ...

Louis Jordan

Pioneering American Jazz and Rhythm & Blues Mus...

Louis Jordan was a pioneering American musician, songwriter and bandleader who was one of the most popular African-Am...

Bing Crosby

Iconic American Crooner and Actor

Bing Crosby was an American singer and actor whose career spanned over half a century. Born Harry Lillis Crosby on Ma...

The Police

British rock trio

The Police were an influential rock band formed in London in 1977, consisting of Sting (Gordon Sumner) on bass and le...

Count Basie

Legendary Jazz Pianist and Bandleader

Count Basie was an iconic American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer, whose career spanned several dec...

Frank Sinatra

Legendary American Crooner and Icon of the Swin...

Frank Sinatra was an American singer, actor, and producer who is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, h...

Salón Cimrman

Oscar Peterson

Canadian Jazz Pianist and Composer

Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer whose virtuosity and captivating performances made him one of...

Eva Olmerová

Czech Jazz and Blues Singer

Eva Olmerová was a renowned Czech jazz and blues singer, celebrated for her powerful and emotive voice. Born on Janua...

Ray Charles

Legendary Soul and R&B Pioneer

Ray Charles was a pioneering American singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer who played an instrumental role in th...

Duke Ellington

Legendary Jazz Composer and Bandleader

Duke Ellington was a pivotal figure in the history of jazz, known for his outstanding career as a composer, pianist, ...

Etta James

Iconic American Soul and Blues Singer

Etta James was an American singer renowned for her powerful voice and emotive delivery, which earned her a place in t...

Sarah Vaughan

Legendary Jazz Vocalist

Sarah Vaughan, nicknamed "Sassy" and "The Divine One," was an American jazz singer renowned for her exceptional vocal...

Norah Jones

Grammy-winning Jazz and Pop Singer-Songwriter

Norah Jones is an American singer-songwriter and pianist who has carved a distinctive niche in the music industry wit...

Nina Simone

Iconic American Jazz and Soul Singer-Pianist

Nina Simone was a highly influential American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist. Born Eunice Kat...

Nat King Cole

Legendary Jazz Pianist and Silky-Smooth Vocalist

Nat King Cole was an American musician who achieved great success as a jazz pianist and later as a singer. Born Natha...