Ella Fitzgerald Biography Reading Comprehension Passage Printable Worksheet PDF

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Summary of passage

Ella Fitzgerald, a famous American singer, was born on April 25, 1917, in Virginia. She had a magical voice that brought happiness and excitement to listeners. Despite facing challenges in her life, Ella found solace in music and joined a school choir. At seventeen, she won a singing competition at the Apollo Theater, which changed her life forever. Ella’s scat singing style made her famous, and she recorded her first big hit, “A-Tisket, A-Tasket,” in 1938. Throughout her career, she received many awards, including 14 Grammy Awards. Ella used her success to support charities and help others. She is remembered as the “First Lady of Song” and her music continues to inspire audiences even after her passing in 1996.