On May 16, 1930, Betty Carter, the legendary American jazz singer known for her improvisational genius and fearless vocal style, was born in Flint, Michigan. Renowned for her work with greats like Charlie Parker and Miles Davis, Carter later became a fierce advocate for jazz education and mentoring young artists, founding the Jazz Ahead program to support emerging talent.
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