fitzgerald, ella

"Having lost her mother at a young age, Ella Fitzgerald struggled as a child, especially during the Great Depression. But after winning over the audience with her singing at an Amateur Night at the Apollo, Ella's career began, and she eventually went on to become a world-renowned singer known as the First Lady of Song"--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated account of the friendship between Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe.

"Ella Fitzgerald was one of the greatest singers of all time. Before she found her voice and changed the world of jazz music, she was a playful girl who wanted to become a dancer. Her life changed when people started noticing her beautiful singing voice, and she was soon hired as a singer in a famous jazz band. Explore how Ella went from being a young girl growing up in New York to an award-winning artist who made musical history"--OCLC.

Presents an illustrated look at the life of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.

Thirteen-year-old Chloe and her younger brother Parker are transported back to 1934 Harlem where they meet Ella Fitzgerald the day before she wins Amateur Night at the Apollo, but with Ella making plans to miss the event, the kids have to get her to the Apollo, and convince her to sing instead of dance.

Using archival footage, historic photographs, filmed performances, and recorded interviews with musicians and historians, this ten part documentary series explores the history of jazz and its influence on American music.

A biography of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.

A brief biography of African American jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.

Looks at the friendship between jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald and actress Marilyn Monroe, and how they worked together to overcome prejudice and adversity.