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Betty Roché: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Betty Roché? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Betty Roché
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Mary Elizabeth Roché (January 9, 1918 – February 16, 1999) was an American blues and jazz singer. Though she had a sporadic career, she became best known for her version of "Take the 'A' Train" with Duke Ellington, and, according to AllMusic, "was famous for her strong, dramatic way of putting across blues material".

Quick facts about Betty Roché

  • Full name: Betty Roché
  • Born: 1918-01-09
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q453546

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Who is Betty Roché?

Mary Elizabeth Roché (January 9, 1918 – February 16, 1999) was an American blues and jazz singer.

What nationality is Betty Roché?

Betty Roché is United States.

When was Betty Roché born?

Betty Roché was born on 1918-01-09.

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