McCorkle, Susannah

McCorkle, Susannah
▪ 2002

      American jazz singer (b. Jan. 4, 1946, Berkeley, Calif.—d. May 19, 2001, New York, N.Y.), brought fresh meaning to popular songs through subtle inflections, rhythmic wit, and a sense of dramatic nuance; she sang in an unforced, smoky voice, and her swing made her a success in jazz clubs as well as cabarets. McCorkle's extensive repertoire ranged widely from Broadway to bop to contemporary jazz and pop material. She also wrote magazine articles about classic jazz singers; authored short stories, notably “Ramona by the Sea,” which won a 1973 O. Henry Award; and conducted interactive music workshops for children. McCorkle, who reportedly suffered from depression, took her own life.

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