Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996) was an American singer, considered one of the greatest and most iconic voices in the history of music. Known as "The First Lady of Song," Fitzgerald excelled in jazz and popular music thanks to her incredible vocal range, impeccable technique, and her ability to improvise.

Throughout her career, Ella Fitzgerald worked with some of the greatest figures in jazz, including Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Count Basie. Her interpretation of jazz standards such as Summertime, Misty, and How High the Moon made her one of the most admired and respected artists.

Fitzgerald pioneered the use of scat, a form of vocal improvisation, and her influence on vocal jazz is unquestionable. Throughout her career, she won multiple Grammy Awards and left an indelible legacy in music, especially vocal jazz.