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Daisy DeBolt

1945 – 2011

Canadian pianist and songwriter

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Lived 1945 – 2011 (aged 66). Daisy DeBolt was a Canadian pianist, songwriter, singer and guitarist.

Donna Marie "Daisy" DeBolt (July 19, 1945 – October 4, 2011) was a Canadian singer, musician and songwriter. She was a member of the folk-singing duo Fraser & DeBolt.

Life The daughter of Marjorie DeBolt, a musician and music teacher, she was born in Winnipeg and took guitar lessons from Lenny Breau. DeBolt moved to Ontario in 1965 and began singing in coffee houses. In 1968, she met Allan Fraser at the Mariposa Folk Festival. The two became involved musically and personally. They recorded albums in 1971 and 1973 but broke up a few years later. She continued performing as a solo artist and wrote scores for films by the Canadian National Film Board and television. She also performed on CBC Radio and in various plays in theatres across Canada. DeBolt had a son with poet Robert Dickson. Besides folk, she also performed jazz, country, blues and reggae. She played mandolin, accordion and guitar.

DeBolt died of cancer in Toronto at the age of 66.

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Who was Daisy DeBolt?

Canadian pianist and songwriter (1945–2011)

When was Daisy DeBolt born?

Daisy DeBolt was born on 19 July 1945 in Winnipeg.

When did Daisy DeBolt die?

Daisy DeBolt died on 4 October 2011 in Toronto.

What was Daisy DeBolt's occupation?

Daisy DeBolt was a pianist, songwriter, singer and guitarist.

What nationality was Daisy DeBolt?

Daisy DeBolt was Canadian.

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· Wikipedia: Daisy DeBolt

· Wikidata: Q1157685

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