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The Boswell Sisters were an American close harmony singing trio of the jazz and swing eras, consisting of three sisters: Martha Boswell (June 9, 1905 – July 2, 1958), Connie Boswell (later spelled "Connee", December 3, 1907 – October 11, 1976), and Helvetia "Vet" Boswell (May 20, 1911 – November 12, 1988).
The Boswell Sisters, American jazz vocal trio noted for intricate harmonies and rhythmic experimentation; they were also a major influence on vocal artists such as Ella Fitzgerald and the Andrews Sisters. The three Boswell sisters were Martha, Connee, and Helvetia, and their heyday was 1930–35.
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May 18, 2011 · The Boswell Sisters were a close harmony singing group, consisting of sisters Martha Boswell (June 9, 1905 -- July 2, 1958), Connee Boswell (original name Connie) (December 3, 1907 --...
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Apr 13, 2018 · These are a few of my favorites.Recorded between 1932-36. They were backed up by various groups.1. Coffee in the Morning 0:00 2. We Just Couldn’t Say Goodbye...
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Sep 21, 2012 · Boswell Sisters - Cheek to Cheek (good sound) - YouTube. 2ndviolinist. 10.6K subscribers. Subscribed. 847. 53K views 11 years ago. The Boswell parents first settled in Kansas City, where...
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The Boswell Sisters were the most popular music group in America from 1931 to 1936. Then suddenly, in 1936, it was all over. They quickly faded from the scene––and the public’s memory. So…who were they? And why was this incredible trio largely forgotten? SHUFFLE OFF TO NEW ORLEANS. Fate can be like a slot machine.
Bozzies.org was a website dedicated to the music and history of the Boswell Sisters, a trio of sisters who sang jazz and pop in New Orleans. Learn about their career, personal lives and legacy, and find other resources and links.
