Carmen McRae, a celebrated American jazz singer, pianist, and composer, died on November 10, 1994, at the age of 74. Known for her distinctive phrasing, emotional depth, and witty interpretation of lyrics, McRae was considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century.
Over a career spanning more than four decades, she recorded over 60 albums and performed alongside legends like Dizzy Gillespie, Count Basie, Louis Armstrong, and Billie Holiday, who was a major influence on her style.
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