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Sister Rosetta Tharpe

A remarkable gospel and jazz singer, with a substantial following in both fields.
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Sister Rosetta Tharpe - Artist Details

Active

1910s - 1970s

Born

March 20, 1915 in Cotton Plant, AR

Died

October 9, 1973 in Philadelphia, PA

Genre

Religious R&B Jazz Blues

Styles

Classic Female Blues Blues Gospel Gospel Jump Blues Early R&B Spirituals Jazz Blues Black Gospel

Also Known As

Rosetta Nubin

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