Singers · 1934–2000

Teri Thornton

American jazz singer (1934–2000)

Born
1 September 1934
Detroit
Died
2 May 2000
Englewood
Country
United States
Record labels
Riverside
Discography
4 albums

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. The discography here lists 4 albums, from “Lullaby of the Leaves” (1960) to “I'll Be Easy to Find” (1999).

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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Discography

Studio and live albums

Lullaby of the Leaves 1960
I'll Be Easy to Find 1999
Devil May Care
Terry and Rodd and the Librettos

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.

What are Teri Thornton's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Lullaby of the Leaves (1960), I'll Be Easy to Find (1999), Devil May Care and Terry and Rodd and the Librettos.

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