Ethel Waters (October 31, 1896 – September 1, 1977) was an African-American blues, jazz and gospel vocalist and actress. She frequently performed jazz, big band, and pop music, on the Broadway stage and in concerts, although she began her career in the 1920s singing blues. [source]
Johnny Hodges – Alto Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone / Fred Guy – Banjo, Guitar / Harry Carney – Baritone Saxophone / Wellman Braud – Bass / Otto Hardwick – Clarinet, Alto Saxophone / Barney Bigard – Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone / Sonny Greer – Drums / Duke Ellington – Piano / Juan Tizol – Trombone / Lawrence Brown – Trombone / Tricky Sam Nanton – Trombone / Arthur Whetsol – Trumpet / Cootie Williams – Trumpet / Freddie Jenkins – Trumpet / Ethel Waters – Vocals
