Rachelle Ferrell

Jazz Singer

Birthday May 21, 1964

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Berwyn, PA

Age 60 years old

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About

American jazz singer known for her impressive, six octave range. She became very popular in Japan after her versions of jazz classics like "My Funny Valentine" and "What Is This Thing Called Love?" were released.

Before Fame

She began singing at age six and also studied the piano and violin. She attended Berklee College of Music to hone her vocal skills and songwriting abilities.

Trivia

She has sung backup for Lou Rawls, Patti LaBelle, and Vanessa Williams.

Family Life

She grew up listening to her father, a jazz pianist, who inspired her to get into music.

Associated With

She also taught music for the New Jersey State Council on the Arts alongside Dizzy Gillespie.