Abbie Mitchell
American opera singer (1884–1960) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Abriea "Abbie" Mitchell Cook (25 September 1884 – 16 March 1960), also billed as Abbey Mitchell, was an American soprano opera singer. She performed the role of Clara in the premiere production of George Gershwin's Porgy and Bess in 1935, and was also the first to record "Summertime" from that musical.
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Abbie Mitchell Cook | |
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Born | Abriea Mitchell (1884-09-25)September 25, 1884 New York City, U.S. |
Died | March 16, 1960(1960-03-16) (aged 75) Harlem Hospital, New York, United States |
Notable work | Porgy and Bess as Clara; first recording of "Summertime" |
Spouse | Will Marion Cook |
Children | 2, including William Mercer Cook |
Relatives | Louis Douglas (son-in-law) |
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