About Betty Carter

Betty Carter 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 melodies. Vocalist Carmen McRae once remarked: "There's really only one jazz singer—only one: Betty Carter."

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Occupation: jazz singer, recording artist, singer-songwriter, singer

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Betty Carter

American jazz singer, recording artist, songwriter (1929–1998)

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About Betty Carter

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Occupation: jazz singer, recording artist, singer-songwriter, singer

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United States

Born

May 16, 1929

Died

September 26, 1998

Website

http://bettycarter.org/

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