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Ella Jenkins is an American singer and songwriter, known as the "First Lady of Children's Music." Over her more than 50-year career, she released 39 albums, including the popular 1966 album "You'll Sing a Song and I'll Sing a Song." Her music encompasses nursery rhymes, holiday songs, bilingual songs, and international compositions. In 2004, she received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Her 1960 album "African-American Folk Rhythms" features spirituals and work songs reflecting African-American musical traditions. Her work is renowned for encouraging children's participation and preserving cultural heritage. The products available from the artist Ella Jenkins include CDs.
