The jazz world mourns the passing of Cassandra Wilson

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The jazz world mourns the passing of Cassandra Wilson
Cassandra Wilson

Renowned American jazz singer and two-time Grammy Award winner, Cassandra Wilson, has passed away at the age of 70.

The American artist passed away on Wednesday, September 2, at her home in Jackson, Mississippi, surrounded by her family and close friends. The news was announced by the artist's representative, Robert Torre.

"Cassandra Wilson passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, close friends and her manager."

He described Wilson as a "legendary jazz artist."

The cause of death has not been released. Robert Torre asked that the family's privacy be respected at this time.

Cassandra Wilson had a long and successful career in music, excelling as a composer, singer, and producer. She was particularly known for her deep and expressive contralto voice, which became one of the distinguishing features of her musical style.

During her nearly 30-year career, Wilson collaborated with important names on the jazz scene, including Steve Coleman and Wynton Marsalis.

In 1997, she won a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for the album “New Moon Daughter.” Twelve years later, in 2009, she was honored with another Grammy, this time in the category of Best Jazz Vocal Album, for “Loverly.”


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