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Teddy Grace

1905 – 1992

American jazz singer

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About Teddy Grace

Lived 1905 – 1992 (aged 86). Teddy Grace was an American singer, jazz musician, jazz singer, musician and singing.

Teddy Grace (born Stella Gloria Crowson, June 26, 1905 – January 4, 1992) was an American female jazz singer.

Big bands Grace first sang professionally in 1931. She sang on radio in the American South and worked with the bands of Bob Crosby, Paul Whiteman, Al Katz (1933), Tommy Christian (1934), and Mal Hallett (1934–37).

Recording From 1937 to 1940, Grace recorded for Decca Records, and her sidemen on these recordings included Bobby Hackett, Jack Teagarden, Charlie Shavers, Buster Bailey, Pee Wee Russell, Bob Crosby and His Orchestra, and Bud Freeman.

Military service Grace left the music industry in 1940 and joined the WACs a short time later, where she sang at war bond rallies and other political events. Grace lost her voice as a result of these activities. She was unable to speak for years and was never again able to sing.

Twenty-two of the 30 sides Grace recorded for Decca were reissued on CD by Timeless Records in 1996. Another 26 of her sides with Mal Hallett and Bob Crosby were released by Hep Records in 1997.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Teddy Grace?

American jazz singer (1905–1992)

When was Teddy Grace born?

Teddy Grace was born on 26 June 1905 in Louisiana.

When did Teddy Grace die?

Teddy Grace died on 4 January 1992 in La Mirada.

What was Teddy Grace's occupation?

Teddy Grace was a singer, jazz musician, jazz singer, musician and singing.

What nationality was Teddy Grace?

Teddy Grace was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Teddy Grace

· Wikidata: Q527469

· DBpedia: Teddy Grace

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