Jazz music, like folk and religious music, has had a tremendous impact on the music we hear today. This genre of music requires a high level of musicianship, sense of what jazz is, an appreciation of its power to communicate feelings, and desire to share art with others (Willoughby). Jazz music has granted their artist’s many royal titles over the course of time. Ellington was the Duke and there were many contenders for kings; however their is only one queen, Ella Fitzgerald. She ruled under the names Lady Ella, the Queen of Jazz, and the First Lady of Song. Noted for her crisp tone, perfect dictation, and impressive improvisational skills, Ella Fitzgerald redefined the role of a jazz singer and, in many ways, redefined jazz itself. Lady Ella’s music embodies true jazz and in every song she sings, you can feel her passion and emotion, that is what attracts me to her music. …show more content…
She was recognized for her scat singing, which is improvised jazz singing in which the voice is used in imitation of an instrument. This talent of improvisation landed her among some of the best jazz artists in America because improvisation is the heart of jazz (Willoughby). She could improvise a song like an instrumentalist, but also sing a tender ballad with great sensitivity (Willoughby). Additionally, she was considered a master at phrasing, the way she grouped her lyrics and notes. Ella’s considerate phrasing of her songs helped them develop emotion, creating a sense of drama, humor, or adversity. Ella’s expertise in these jazz styles helped her gain the fame that she