- Born
- 1 September 1934
Detroit - Died
- 2 May 2000
Englewood - Country
- United States
- Record labels
- Riverside
Biography
Teri Thornton was a jazz musician who played voice. Teri Thornton was born on 1 September 1934 in Detroit and died on 2 May 2000 in Englewood. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Riverside.
Teri Thornton (born Shirley Enid Avery, September 1, 1934 – May 2, 2000) was an American jazz singer, music composer and pianist. She was known for recording several albums in the 1960's with a career spanning over four decades and composing several songs. She was also known for her work with musicians such as Duke Ellington, Clark Terry, Johnny Griffin, and Cannonball Adderley. Adderley called her "the best voice since Ella Fitzgerald". Ella Fitzgerald herself even told Downbeat Magazine that Thornton "was her favorite singer".
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Teri Thornton play?
Teri Thornton is known for playing voice.
When and where was Teri Thornton born?
Teri Thornton was born 1 September 1934 in Detroit.
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