Rosa Henderson

Rosa Henderson
Born
Rosa Deschamps

(1896-11-24)November 24, 1896
Henderson, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedApril 6, 1968(1968-04-06) (aged 71)
Roosevelt Island, New York, U.S.
GenresClassic female blues, jazz
OccupationVocalist
Years active1920s–1930s
LabelsParamount, Victor, Columbia, Vocalion, Ajax, Pathe & Perfect, Brunswick, Silvertone, Emerson, Banner, Oriole, Regal, Domino, Edison, Marathon

Rosa Henderson (November 24, 1896 – April 6, 1968) was an American jazz and classic female blues singer and vaudeville entertainer of the Harlem Renaissance era. One commentator noted that "her large record output and continuing success on the stage indicate the popularity of her big voice and engaging persona".

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