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The jazz queen who chose home over fame

Retropod by The Washington Post

Dec 27, 20196:34Society & Culture

Jazz singer Ethel Ennis’s voice wowed audiences and won praise from critics. But when she was faced with the opportunity to become a superstar, Ennis chose a different path.

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The jazz queen who chose home over fame is an episode from Retropod by The Washington Post. Jazz singer Ethel Ennis’s voice wowed audiences and won praise from critics. But when she was faced with the opportunity to become a superstar, Enni...

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