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“All music now, I think, is fair game for jazz musicians to interpret, and they have been. I would consider those songs standards now. "Norwegian Wood" is a standard; "Call Me" is a standard.”

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Patricia Barber

Patricia Barber is an American jazz singer known for her unique voice and innovative musical style. Born on November 8, 1955, she has been active in the jazz world since the 1980s. Barber is celebrated for her profound understanding of lyrics and musical innovation, blending elements of jazz, pop, and classical music in her work. more

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