Few jazz singers have such durable appeal as Dinah Washington, affectionately
remembered for her emotive performances of classic songs like Unforgettable,
Teach Me Tonight, What A Difference A Day Makes and Mad About The Boy.
Originally from Alabama, Washington became involved in gospel music, growing up
in Chicago where she became a member of the Sallie Martin Gospel Singers and at
15 won a talent contest that encouraged her to perform in local clubs. She got a
contract as resident singer at the Garrick in Chicago, where she met Billie
Holiday, and in 1953 became singer with Lio...