Betty Carter

Born: 1929-05-19

Betty Carter (born Lillie Mae Jones) was an American jazz singer known for her improvisational technique, scatting and other complex musical abilities that demonstrated her vocal talent and imaginative interpretation of lyrics and melodies. Vocalist Carmen McRae once remarked: "There's really only one jazz singer—only one: Betty Carter."


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September Songs: The Music of Kurt Weill

as Self
Released: 1994-01-25

Filmmaker Larry Weinstein stages a wide range of performances in tribute to the compositions of...

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...But Then, She's Betty Carter

as Self
Released: 1980-01-01

This lively film is an unforgettable portrait of legendary vocalist Betty Carter, one of the...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Musical Guest
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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The Cosby Show

as Amanda Woods
First aired: 1984-09-20

The Cosby Show is an American television situation comedy starring Bill Cosby, which aired for...

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