Betty Roche

Betty Roché Betty Roché Musical artist Mary Elizabeth Roché (January 9, 1918 – February 16, 1999)[1] 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".[2] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Betty Roché Betty Roché performing with Duke Ellington, April 1943 Background information Birth name Mary Elizabeth Roach Born (1918-01-09)January 9, 1918 Wilmington, Delaware, United States Origin New York City Died February 16, 1999(1999-02-16) (aged 81) Pleasantville, New Jersey, U.S. Genres Jazz, blues Occupation Singing Years active 1939–1960s Labels Prestige, Bethlehem Close Biography Roché…

GENRES: Female Vocalist, Jazz