Eleanor Collins

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Remembering Eleanor Collins: Canada's Jazz Pioneer

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Canada's first lady of jazz, Eleanor Collins, passes away at 104, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music and influence on generations.

Eleanor Collins, known as Canada's First Lady of Jazz, sadly passed away at the age of 104 at Surrey Memorial Hospital. Born in Edmonton, Collins made a significant impact on the Canadian jazz scene, collaborating with iconic musicians like the Ray Norris Quintet, Dizzy Gillespie, and Oscar Peterson. Her soulful voice and pioneering spirit earned her the title of a jazz legend, inspiring countless music students in Surrey and White Rock.

Collins was not only a talented singer but also a television pioneer, hosting a groundbreaking variety series for the CBC in 1955. Her charm and musical talents captivated audiences across Canada, solidifying her status as a cultural icon. Throughout her career, she continued to break barriers and pave the way for aspiring artists, leaving an indelible mark on the jazz world.

The news of Eleanor Collins' passing has deeply impacted the music community, with Surrey Schools and fans mourning the loss of this beloved jazz pioneer. Her contributions to Canadian jazz and television will always be remembered, ensuring that her musical legacy lives on for generations to come. Eleanor Collins will forever be celebrated as a trailblazer and inspiration for aspiring jazz musicians worldwide.

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Eleanor Collins, Canada's first lady of jazz, dies at 104 (CityNews Montreal)

Eleanor Collins, Canada's first lady of jazz, passed away Sunday morning at Surrey Memorial Hospital at the ripe age of 104, her family says.

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Surrey Schools mourns the loss of jazz legend Eleanor Collins, who ... (Surrey Schools)

Eleanor Collins, known as “Canada's First Lady of Jazz” and a significant influence on countless music students in Surrey and White Rock, has passed away at ...

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Canadian jazz legend Eleanor Collins has died at 104 (Straight.com)

Collins was a pioneering jazz singer who performed alongside musicians like the Ray Norris Quintet and Dizzy Gillespie. The Edmonton-born chanteuse broke the ...

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Eleanor Collins, Canada's First Lady of Jazz, Dead at 104 | Exclaim! (Exclaim!)

A member of Collins's family confirmed to CBC that the legend — who worked with other greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson — passed away yesterday ( ...

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'Canada's first lady of jazz' and TV pioneer, B.C.'s Eleanor Collins ... (Abbotsford News)

Singer and 1950s-era television show host Eleanor Collins, considered “Canada's first lady of jazz,” has died at the age of 104 at Surrey Memorial Hospital, ...

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Canadian jazz legend Eleanor Collins dead at 104 (The Tracy Press)

Canadian jazz legend Eleanor Collins, who worked with greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson, died Sunday at the age of 104.

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Canadian Jazz Icon Eleanor Collins, Dead At 104 - CelebrityAccess (CelebrityAccess ENCORE)

EDMONTON (CelebrityAccess) -- Eleanor Collins CM, the Canadian singer and television host known as Canada's First Lady of Jazz, died on March 3rd. She was.

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Eleanor Collins, Canada's first lady of jazz, dies at 104 (The Washington Post)

She performed with jazz legends including Dizzy Gillespie and Oscar Peterson and hosted a groundbreaking 1955 variety series for the CBC.

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Eleanor Collins, la première dame du jazz au Canada, s'est éteinte ... (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

La légende canadienne du jazz Eleanor Collins est décédée le dimanche 3 mars, à l'âge de 104 ans, dans la région de Vancouver.

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Eleanor Collins, la première dame du jazz au Canada, est décédée ... (Les nouvelles les plus importantes de la journée)

La légende canadienne du jazz Eleanor Collins est décédée dimanche 3 mars à l'âge de 104 ans dans la région de Vancouver.

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Obituaries: "First Lady of Canadian Jazz" Eleanor Collins & More (FYI Music News)

We also acknowledge the passing of songwriter/producer Jean-Pierre Isaac, promoter Joe Recchia, plus musicians W.C. Clark, Brian Turrington and Roni ...

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Eleanor Collins, la première dame du jazz au Canada, est décédée ... (Nouvelles Du Monde)

Eleanor Collins, la première dame du jazz au Canada, est décédée dimanche matin à l'hôpital Surrey Memorial à l'âge de 104 ans, a annoncé sa famille.

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