Sarah Vaughan - Tenderly

Sarah Vaughan was an American jazz singer who was known for her wide vocal range, her ability to improvise, and her unique phrasing. She was also a trendsetter, who helped to popularize the bebop style of singing. Vaughan was born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 27, 1924. She began singing at a young age, and her parents encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She studied piano and organ, and she also sang in the church choir. In 1942, Vaughan won an amateur contest at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. This was a major breakthrough for her, and it helped to launch her career. She soon began performing with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Earl Hines, Billy Eckstine, and Dizzy Gillespie. Vaughan recorded her first album in 1947, and she went on to release dozens of albums throughout her career. She won two Grammy Awards, and she was also given a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Grammys. She was inducted into the Down Beat Hall of Fame and the Jazz Hall of Fame. Vaugha