Eva Jessye

Eva Jessye (1895–1992) was an American singer, composer and choir director.

Eva Jessye in brief

Born
1895
Died
1992
Known for
singer, composer and choir director
Place of birth
Coffeyville
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Overview

Born at Coffeyville in 1895, died at Ann Arbor in 1992.

In detail

Eva Jessye studied at Western University and Langston University.

The authority associates the name with Harlem Renaissance. Will Marion Cook is recorded as an influence.

Employment is recorded with University of Michigan.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Eva Jessye”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1379244: Eva Jessye

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