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Although her high-pitched childlike voice which contrasted with her plump body takes a bit of getting used to for some, Mildred Bailey was one of the finest jazz singers to emerge during the 1930s. She learned from her predecessors Ethel Waters, Bessie Smith and Connie Boswell and had her own lightly swinging style. After singing locally, Bailey sent a demonstration record to Paul Whiteman in 1929; he immediately added her to his band. During her four years with Whiteman, Bailey mostly sang ballads and became identified with "Rockin' Chair" and "Georgia on My Mind." In 1933 she married Red Norvo and they eventually were known as "Mr. and Mrs. Swing." Mildred Bailey was famous and well-paid thorughout the 1930s, appearing regularly on radio, recording some superb small-group jazz dates and featured with Red Norvo's Orchestra during 1936-39. Unfortunately her insecurities about her appearance made her an erratic personality. Bailey's marriage ended in divorce in 1943 although she worked with Norvo on and off in the '40s. After 1945 her health faded and the singer died in 1951 when she was 44. Many of Mildred Bailey's records are currently available and she would probably be shocked to know that she is on a postage stamp! ~ Scott Yanow -- Scott Yanow, All-Music Guide
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