When this singer tried out for Duke Ellington’s orchestra, he commented that she could play piano only modestly and could not sing very well.
- Shirley Horn
- Sarah Vaughan
- Betty Carter
- Sara Jones
Answer
The correct answer is B) Sarah Vaughan.
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