Cassandra Wilson, Emblematic Vocalist Who Expanded Jazz’s Boundaries, Dies at 70
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- American jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson has died at 70.
- The two-time Grammy winner was known for her deep contralto voice.
- Wilson expanded jazz by blending it with blues, folk and country.
Cassandra Wilson, the celebrated American vocalist whose deep contralto voice helped reshape modern jazz, has died at 70.
A two-time Grammy winner, Wilson became known for taking jazz beyond its traditional boundaries. Her music drew on blues, folk and country, creating fusions that broadened the genre’s reach.
Her career established her as an emblematic figure in jazz, recognized not only for her voice but also for the way she connected the genre with other American musical traditions.
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