Ella Fitzgerald Day

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Friday, April 24, 2026, 10:30 am – 5:30 pm Ella Fitzgerald's virtuosic scatting ability combined with her clear, yet emotional sound and impeccable range has made her one of the most innovative and beloved figures in the history of jazz. She continues to be a source of inspiration for jazz musicians of all kinds, vocalists or instrumentalists, and her music from hernearly six-decadecareer continues to resonate around the world. Come and celebrate Ella Fitzgerald's birthday at theNational Museum of American Historywith several daytime programs including:Ella Fitzgerald in 10 Photos a panel talk with museum curatorsKrystal Klingenberg and Shannon Perich, objects out of storage from the Ella Fitzgerald collection,anda workshop on vocal jazz and scattingby Howard University Professor of Vocal JazzReginald Bowens,as well asa musical performance featuring Howard University'sSAAsyvocal ensembleto follow. Sponsor: American History Museum Venue: American History Museum Event Location: Hall of Music, 3 West Cost: Free, registration required Get Tickets/Register: www.eventbrite.com... Categories: Celebrations, Lectures & Discussions, Performances Accessibility: Assisted listening devices, Captioning, Wheelchair accessible