Ella
Ella

Author: Geoffrey Mark

Publisher:

Published: 2018-12-15

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 9780976951377

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Illustrated with 280 photos of Ella, and artifacts from her life and internationally acclaimed career. Developed with material from the archives of her estate, ELLA reveals the unknown side of the famous vocalist. This tome not only covers her entire career with many never-before seen photos, interviews, and anecdotes, but delivers for the first time the true, untold story of Ella­­ - the woman.This trade paperback edition includes an exclusive 2-CD set of 39 studio and live tracks. These tracks were carefully selected by Ella expert/author Mark from all four of her major recording labels (Decca, Verve, Capitol & Pablo), gathering for the first time ever in one collection the best of her work from 1938 through 1989, and programmed as she would have sung them in live performance. This collection is exclusive to the book and cannot be purchased elsewhere. Ella Jane Fitzgerald became an internationally celebrated cultural force who has been called the greatest female singer in history. ELLA chronicles the ultimate rags-to-riches embodiment of the American dream, whose personal life was one of the best-kept secrets in show business. In her lifetime, the "The First Lady of Song" sold over 40 million albums, wrote hit songs, devoted herself to philanthropy, and amassed countless awards and commendations, including 14 Grammys, honorary doctorates from Dartmouth, Princeton, Harvard, and Yale, the National Medal of Arts, France's Commander of Arts and Letters, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Miss Fitzgerald is known in every part of the world as "Queen of Jazz," "First Lady of Song," "Mama Jazz," and "The Memorex Lady." Her bittersweet life juxtaposes the tragedy of a homeless orphan who faced poverty, racial prejudice, sexual and physical abuse, with a talent and a burning ambition that led to an astonishing musical career spanning seven decades. She was an African American woman who fought racism and sexism in an industry completely dominated by white males. Despite her challenges, Ella Fitzgerald topped them all, enjoying a career and a musical legacy rivaling or surpassing those of Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Michael Jackson.

Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald

Author: Stuart Nicholson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-07-22

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 113678814X

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Stuart Nicholson's biography of Ella Fitzgerald is considered a classic in jazz literature. Drawing on original documents, interviews, and new information, Nicholson draws a complete picture of Fitzgerald's professional and personal life. Fitzgerald rose from being a pop singer with chart-novelty hits in the late '30s to become a bandleader and then one of the greatest interpreters of American popular song. Along with Billie Holiday, she virtually defined the female voice in jazz, and countless others followed in her wake and acknowledged her enormous influence. Also includes two 8-page inse.

Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald

Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Published: 2018-03-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1786033763

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Meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all time! Part of the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this inspiring and informative little biography follows the inspirational life of the First Lady of Song, from her early singing days on the streets of Harlem to her success as a jazz legend, with the message: "It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts." Ella Fitzgerald grew up near Harlem, in New York, where she was surrounded by music and dance. After winning first prize in a talent competition at the Apollo Theater, she went on to tour the world with her pioneering voice. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the singer's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Ella Queen of Jazz
Ella Queen of Jazz

Author: Helen Hancocks

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Published: 2018-10-04

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1786039958

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Ella Fitzgerald sang the blues and she sang them good. Ella and her fellas were on the way up! It seemed like nothing could stop her, until the biggest club in town refused to let her play… and all because of her colour. But when all hope seemed lost, little did Ella imagine that a Hollywood star would step in to help. This is the incredible true story of how a remarkable friendship between Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe was born – and how they worked together to overcome prejudice and adversity. An inspiring story, strikingly illustrated, about the unlikely friendship between two celebrated female icons of America’s golden age.

Skit-scat Raggedy Cat
Skit-scat Raggedy Cat

Author: Roxane Orgill

Publisher: Candlewick Press

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 0763617334

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Follows the beloved American jazz singer's rise to fame, describing the difficult historical and cultural factors that she overcame.

Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald

Author: Andrea Davis Pinkney

Publisher:

Published: 2009-01-23

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781439591604

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"Scat Cat Monroe" narrates a celebration of the life and career of the first lady of song, noting her distinctive style and far-ranging impact upon contemporary music.

Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald

Author: Katherine E. Krohn

Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 9780822549338

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A biography of the celebrated jazz singer, known especially for her scat singing and "songbook" recordings of the works of many major American composers.

First Lady of Song
First Lady of Song

Author: Geoferey M. Fidelman

Publisher: Citadel Press

Published: 1996-01-01

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9780806517711

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Chronicles the personal life and singing career of the well-known jazz artist and discusses her impact on contemporary music

Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald

Author: J. Wilfred Johnson

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 0786485116

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Ella Fitzgerald was one of America's greatest jazz singers. This volume is as complete a discography of her recorded songs as currently seems possible to compile. This volume also contains a complete discography (1927-1939) for drummer and bandleader Chick Webb, with whom Ella began her recording career in 1935. Part One includes a chronological listing of all known recorded performances of both Chick Webb and Ella. Part Two gives the complete contents of Ella's LPs and CDs, including track listings, titles (with lyricists and composers) and timings. Part Three is an annotated alphabetical listing of all songs contained on all of Fitzgerald's records, with detailed information on each song's composer, lyricist, and history. Reviews of the movies in which Ella appeared and surveys of her career with the Decca, Verve and Pablo music companies are included. The book also has an index of album and CD recordings, and composers, lyricists and musicians.

Making Their Voices Heard
Making Their Voices Heard

Author: Vivian Kirkfield

Publisher: little bee books

Published: 2020-01-14

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781499809152

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Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe. On the outside, you couldn't find two girls who looked more different. But on the inside, they were alike--full of hopes and dreams and plans of what might be. Ella Fitzgerald's velvety tones and shube-doobie-doos captivated audiences. Jazz greats like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington couldn't wait to share the stage with her, but still, Ella could not book a performance at one of the biggest clubs in town--one she knew would give her career its biggest break yet. Marilyn Monroe dazzled on the silver screen with her baby blue eyes and breathy boo-boo-be-doos. But when she asked for better scripts, a choice in who she worked with, and a higher salary, studio bosses refused. Two women whose voices weren't being heard. Two women chasing after their dreams and each helping the other to achieve them. This is the inspiring, true story of two incredibly talented women who came together to help each other shine like the stars that they are.