Ella Jenkins, 1st lady of children’s music, dies

Ella Jenkins, "First Lady of Children's Music," dies at 100
Chicago singer and songwriter Ella Jenkins, known as the "First Lady of Children's Music," has died at the age of 100. Jenkins, a children's folk singer whose career spanned more than 60 years, died peacefully on Saturday at the senior facility where she lived in Uptown.
Ella Jenkins, 'first lady' of children's music, remembered for championing social justice through song
The African American folk singer and songwriter had decades-long career as a children's entertainer, and made a global impact through her interactive performances.
Legendary Chicago children’s singer Ella Jenkins dies at 100
Ella Jenkins entertained young audiences for over 60 years and showed how music can be a powerful source of learning and connection.
Music Icon Ella Jenkins, ‘First Lady of Children’s Music,’ Passes Away at 100 in Chicago
Ella Jenkins, "First Lady of Children’s Music," passed away at age 100, leaving behind a celebrated legacy of children's sing-along songs.
Ella Jenkins, the First Lady of Children's Music, Dead at 100
Ella Jenkins, the Chicago-based singer and songwriter renowned as the “First Lady of Children’s Music,” has passed away at the age of 100. Jenkins died peacefully on Saturday at the senior living facility in Uptown where she lived.
Ella Jenkins, celebrated songwriter and ‘First Lady of Children’s Music,’ dies at 100
Ella Jenkins, the prolific, multigenerational musical pioneer who became known as the 'First Lady of Children's Music,' died Saturday.
Remembering Ella Jenkins, the 'first lady of children's music'
The "first lady of children's music" has died at the age of 100. NPR's Andrew Limbong explores the life and legacy of Ella Jenkins. This segment aired on November 11, 2024.
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National Treasure: Sing a Song With Ella Jenkins, the Beloved First Lady of Children’s Music
National Treasure: Sing a Song With Ella Jenkins, the Beloved First Lady of Children’s Music Discover how Ella Jenkins' joyful songs and storytelling have inspired generations of young ...
Ella Jenkins, the first lady of children’s music, dies at 100
Ella Jenkins, the woman who popularized childhood classics like “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad,” died on 9. After […] ...
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Ella Jenkins, the first lady of children’s music, has died at 100
Jenkins, whose signature tune was "You'll Sing A Song," received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and was known worldwide ...