Ada Leonard
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Musicians · 1915–1997

Ada Leonard

American bandleader

Born
22 July 1915
Lawton
Died
29 November 1997
Santa Monica
Country
United States
Active
1937–

Biography

Ada Leonard was a jazz musician. Ada Leonard was born on 22 July 1915 in Lawton and died on 29 November 1997 in Santa Monica. The music is usually filed under jazz.

Ada Leonard (July 22, 1915 – November 29, 1997) was an American bandleader. She was the leader of the All-American Girl Orchestra, the first all-female band to tour with the USO during World War II. The big-band leader was a performer with a background in musical performance.

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Frequently asked questions

When and where was Ada Leonard born?

Ada Leonard was born 22 July 1915 in Lawton.

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