Nina Simone

USA

English

Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Folk

Civil rights, social justice, personal expression

Multiple albums across genres

Profoundly influential with unique genre amalgamation, classical piano prodigy and Civil Rights activist

Piano (primary)

Multiple awards and civil rights recognition

Civil rights music icon

Classical and gospel harmonies

Powerful activist presence

Lead Vocalist, Pianist

Wrote and arranged many songs

Classical piano training

1933-2003