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Pianists · 1947–1997

Laura Nyro

American singer and songwriter (1947–1997)

  • piano
  • voice
Born
18 October 1947
The Bronx
Died
8 April 1997
Danbury
Active
1966–1996
Record labels
Columbia Records, Verve Forecast

Biography

Laura Nyro was a jazz musician who played piano and voice. Laura Nyro was born on 18 October 1947 in The Bronx and died on 8 April 1997 in Danbury. The music is usually filed under soul, pop music and jazz. Record labels: Columbia Records and Verve Forecast. Honours include Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame (2001) and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2012).

Laura Nyro ( NEER-oh; born Laura Nigro; October 18, 1947 – April 8, 1997) was an American songwriter and singer. She achieved critical acclaim with her own recordings, particularly the albums Eli and the Thirteenth Confession (1968) and New York Tendaberry (1969), and had commercial success with artists such as Barbra Streisand and the 5th Dimension recording her songs. Wider recognition for her artistry was posthumous, while contemporaries such as Elton John idolized her. She was praised for her emotive three-octave mezzo-soprano voice.

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Awards

  • 2001 Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame
  • 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Laura Nyro play?

Laura Nyro is known for playing piano and voice.

When and where was Laura Nyro born?

Laura Nyro was born 18 October 1947 in The Bronx.

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