Ida Goodson
American classic blues and jazz singer and pianist
About Ida Goodson
Lived 1909 – 2000 (aged 90). Ida Goodson was an American singer, jazz musician, pianist, jazz singer and singing.
Biography Goodson was born in Pensacola, Florida, the youngest of seven sisters, six of whom survived to adulthood. Her father and mother both played the piano. However, Ida and her sisters Mabel, Della, Sadie, Edna, and Wilhelmina (better known as Billie Pierce) all subsequently had careers in blues or jazz.
In her senior years, Goodson played the organ at several churches in Pensacola. The album Ida Goodson: Pensacola Piano—Florida Gulf Blues, Jazz, and Gospel was released by the Florida Folklife Program.
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Who was Ida Goodson?
American classic blues and jazz singer and pianist (1909–2000)
When was Ida Goodson born?
Ida Goodson was born on 23 November 1909.
When did Ida Goodson die?
Ida Goodson died on 5 January 2000.
What was Ida Goodson's occupation?
Ida Goodson was a singer, jazz musician, pianist, jazz singer and singing.
What nationality was Ida Goodson?
Ida Goodson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ida Goodson. https://biography.guide/ida-goodson/
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