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Kendra Shank is an American jazz vocalist and guitarist who began her music career as a folk/pop singer in Seattle. During a 1988 residency in Paris, she developed an interest in jazz, influenced by artists like Billie Holiday. In 1991, Bob Dorough hired her as a vocalist and guitarist for his U.S. West Coast tour. Her 1994 debut album, "Afterglow," was produced by Shirley Horn. She later released "Wish" (1998) and "Reflections" (2000), both receiving critical acclaim. In 2007, she released "A Spirit Free: Abbey Lincoln Songbook" as a tribute to Abbey Lincoln. Shank is known for her improvisational style and collaborations with musicians like Frank Kimbrough and Tony Moreno.
